Wisconsin Bike Fed 2023 Ride Guide Magazine

RIDING THE SHORE FOR A CURE

July 22 - 23, 2023

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Scenic Shore 150 Bike Tour is a two-day, 150-mile, fully-supported cycling event that is open to riders of all ages and abilities. Additional one-day route options available of 25-miles and 75-miles.

Ride the beautiful shoreline of Lake Michigan while pedaling in support of a cure for blood cancer.

TREK 100 BIGGER THAN A BIKE RIDE

For more than 30 years, The MACC Fund has relied on Trek 100 riders like you to help end childhood cancer and related blood disorders.

In 2023, the world’s best century ride is on with new routes and new rest stops.

Stay tuned to trekbikes.com/trek100 for updates on registration, volunteering, and other important information.

50 Years of Helping Folks Enjoy their Ride

Everyone wants a bike from Wheel & Sprocket and so do you! Get a bike, get a bike, get a bike! Life is short, Enjoy Your Ride!

There have been many taglines along the way, but one thing has remained true- Wheel & Sprocket's passion for bikes keeps rolling along From hard work and humble beginnings no one would have expected this small bike shop in Hales Corners to become nationallyrecognized as one of America's Best Bike Shops. Founded in 1973, Wheel & Sprocket has grown from one to twelve stores across Wisconsin and Illinois. Over the last 50 years, growing the local bike community has been at the center of our continuous improvement mindset Bike-friendly communities are better places to live and we are proud to keep expanding and spreading the bike love

Cheers to the Next 50!

Wheel & Sprocket 50 Year Events

A Day at Trek Trails*

Saturday, June 17th- A rare opportunity to ride the exclusive Waterloo, WI Mountain Bike Trails with a guided tour that's off limits to riding public. Join us for a vintage mountain bike show and throwback thrasher loop! Space Limited!

For more information checkout 50years.wheelandsprocket.com

W&S 50 Year Gala*

Friday, August 25th, Bay View, W&S- It's not everyday we turn 50 and we have so much to celebrate! Food, music, friends, and a good ole-fashion party in the bike shop

Chris' Slow Roll*

Sunday, August 27th, Milwaukee War Memorial- Our annual FREE, fun, family friendly 10 mile bike ride. You can't miss it!

*All Proceeds Benefit the:

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$1 from every bag purchased propels Wisconsin Bike Fed’s efforts to keep our community biking.

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Safe Bik ing Prac t ices

six-foot apar t

Maintain at least a six-foot distance from others. When you can’t maintain a safe distance, wear a face mask to help protec t yourself and others

Be visible. If you can’t see the driver, they can’t see you. Use ex tra caution when passing truck s, buses or approaching an intersec tion alongside a large vehicle.

Be seen when stopped.

At red lights, stop slightly ahead of a waiting vehicle. Avoid the driver ’s blind spot.

Obey tra c laws, signs and signals.

Running a red light or stop sign can result in a serious crash with other vehicles or pedestrians

Be aware of your surroundings.

If using earphones, wear only one while riding Check behind you, especially when changing lanes Watch for opening car doors

Avoid Getting “Doored”

Riding close to parked cars leaves c yclists vulnerable to car doors that open unexpec tedly

Be aler t and watch parked vehicles carefully

Ride in a straight line and maintain at least three feet of distance from parked vehicles

Watch vehicle tail lights to anticipate driver ac tions and for exiting passengers

DON ’ T

Swer ve back and for th around vehicles

Safety At Intersections

When approaching intersec tions where c yclists and turning vehicles merge:

tra c. Watch out for others and be alert for hazards that may result

Ride on the road, bike lane, paved shoulder or path. Follow the rules of the road Ride to the right  in the direc tion of in a crash such as rock s, potholes, utilit y grates and train track s

Enhance visibility with proper lighting. Use a white headlight and a red taillight.

Wear a helmet.

Wearing a helmet will signi cantly reduce your risk

of being k illed or seriously injured in a crash

Share The Ro ad!

B i c y cl e s a r e v e hi cl e s a n d b i c y c l i s t s h a v e t h e s a m e r i g h t s a n d r e s p o n s i b i l i t ie s a s t h e d r i v e r o f a n y o t h e r v e hi cl e H e l p ke e p t h e r o a d s s a f e b y r e me m b e r i n g

• S t a y to t h e r i g h t a s f a r a s p r a c t i c a b l e

• R id e o n t h e r i g h t , i n t h e s a m e

• G i v e a t l e a s t t h r e e f e e t o f cl ea r a n c e w h e n p a s s i n g a pa r ke d , s to p pe d o r m o v i n g v e hi cl e .

Did you know?

• B i c y c l i s t s a r e e nt i t l e d to u s e t h e e nt i r e l a n e i f t h e l a n e i s n a r r o w.

• B i c y c l i s t s a r e p e r m i t t e d to r id e t w o a b r e a s t o n a n y s t r e e t i f o t h e r

W i s . S t a t . s 3 4 0 & 3 4 6

DO Look for turning tra c.

Take the full lane as necessar y.

DON ’ T

Hug the curb or pass on the curbside of a turning vehicle. If vehicles are turning in front of you, move away from the direc tion of the turn

SHARE THE ROAD

C o u r t e s y, c o m m o n s e n s e a n d f o l l o w i n g t h e r u l e s c a n m a k e r o a d s s a f e r f o r e v e r y on e .

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Staff

Michael Anderson, Milwaukee Youth Education Programs Manager Michael.Anderson@wisconsinbikefed.org

Michelle Bachaus, Community Engagement and Cycling Without Age Program Manager MichelleB@wisconsinbikefed.org

Anthony Casagrande, Mobile Bike Repair Manager and Safe Routes Instructor Anthony@wisconsinbikefed.org

Kirsten Finn, Executive Director Kirsten@wisconsinbikefed.org

Caitlin Hussey, Dane County Education Programs Manager Caitlin@wisconsinbikefed.org

Grace Labinski, Business Manager Grace@wisconsinbikefed.org

Laura Mandella, Membership and Communication Manager Laura@wisconsinbikefed.org

Marybeth McGinnis, MilWALKee Walks Manager Marybeth@wisconsinbikefed.org

Collin Mead, Government Affairs Manager Collin@wisconsinbikefed.org

Jake Newborn, Assistant Director Jake.Newborn@wisconsinbikefed.org

Leilani Robertson-Hoyt, Membership Specialist Leilani@wisconsinbikefed.org

Natalie Schad, Dane Co Education Coordinator Natalie@wisconsinbikefed.org

Chris Stindt, Communication Coordinator chris@wisconsinbikefed.org

Milwaukee Education Team: Jean Aleman -Tenorio

Barb Blick

Eric Crouthamel

Caressa Givens

Maxwell King

Angie Livermore

Victoria McNally

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Welcome to the 2023 Wisconsin Bike Fed Ride Guide!

The Bike Fed turns 35 this year! We are planning to slow down and celebrate the anniversary at some point, but we can’t afford to coast.

The passing of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) in 2021 has resulted in more than double the available federal funding for trails and active transportation in Wisconsin. The BIL also made policy changes to funding mechanisms like the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) to make it possible for significantly more money to be directed to projects that connect trails and other active-transportation infrastructure. Bike Fed staff are feverishly collaborating with local advocates across the state to accelerate projects NOW - while the dollars are available.

For 35 years, the Bike Fed has remained committed to passing legislation and investing in education programs to move cycling forward in Wisconsin, but it sometimes feels like we are moving in reverse. Once ranked the second most bike-friendly state in the country, we are now stuck at an unimpressive 29.

Wisconsin also ranks 49th out of 50 states on what our state spends on active transportation - a very sad $.60 per capita. Despite the fact that cycling contributes $2.52 billion annually to Wisconsin’s economy.

This year, we are asking YOU to give the Wisconsin Bike Fed an anniversary gift (no, not money - though we always appreciate that too). Let your legislators know that investing in safe places to walk and bike is important to you! As we are going to print with this magazine, legislators are working on our State’s next biennium budget. This is a great time to ask them to prioritize investments in active transportation. But, there is no bad time. Is there a new trail segment or bike lane in your community? Let them know you use it and appreciate it! As constituents, your opinion goes much further than you may think!

What else can you do to mark the Bike Fed’s anniversary? As Freddy Mercury would say “Get on your bikes and ride!” As always, the Ride Guide is full of inspiration for celebrating the unique gift that is cycling in Wisconsin. Let’s get this party started and keep ‘er moving FORWARD!

Kirsten Finn — Executive Director

GFNY is a race and a personal challenge. Every participant gets chip timed from start to finish and gets to race on a course with police-moderated intersections. Whether you want to complete for the win, to set a personal best, or to finish, join us for a great day of racing and riding in beautiful Rockford and Winnebago County.

There is a Ride Across Wisconsin for You

Story and Photos by Dave Schlabowske

For 2023, the Ride Across Wisconsin will start its route near the mighty Mississippi River in La Crosse, hitch a ride on the Merrimac Ferry across the Wisconsin River and roll to a finish at the Tailgate Haus next to the home of the Milwaukee Brewers along the banks of the Menomonee River at American Family Field. It doesn’t get more Wisconsin than that!

New this year, riders will have the option of choosing the famed crushed limestone trail through the iconic three tunnels on the Elroy Sparta State Trail, or staying on pavement the entire way by riding a mix of scenic roads and paved trails near the finish. For those who opt for the Elroy Sparta, your trip through the long tunnels will be enhanced with mood lighting from Bontrager Flare headlights, courtesy of Trek Bicycles. This is the only time of the year that the long, dark tunnels will be lit!

Riders can pedal through the entire 235 miles in one day or break the route into two more manageable days in the saddle with an overnight stay in the Wisconsin Dells, the Waterpark Capital of the World! The two-day option offers a great way for families and friends to enjoy the Ride Across Wisconsin with you. Friday night, you can have a great dinner out at any of the many amazing restaurants in La Crosse, then reconnect after

Saturday’s leg of the route for a trip down the Lazy River and a good night’s sleep at a fun and comfy waterpark hotel in the Dells, and ultimately celebrate your accomplishment at the finish with a great party and BBQ at the Brewers Tailgate Haus in Milwaukee on Sunday.

We have a number of shorter route options ranging from 235 miles to 100 miles, so that pretty much anyone can participate and enjoy the Ride Across Wisconsin. You can choose to finish your cross-state one- or two-day route at Trek for a total of 165 miles; ride the 100 miles from La Crosse and finish at the Wisconsin Dells; or ride from the Dells to the finish at either Trek or Milwaukee.

No matter which option you choose, all riders will experience the beauty of Wisconsin’s backroads, be charmed by the hospitality of our small town residents and at employees at the Trek headquarters who manage our well-stocked aid stations every 30 miles or so, ride with confidence thanks to the experienced ride support from Wheel & Sprocket and finish with a real sense of accomplishment.

Thanks to our route options, shared training plans and incredible ride support, almost anyone who sets their mind to it can complete the Ride Across Wisconsin.

Some RAW Highlights for 2023

START-LINE CITY: LA CROSSE, WI

We are really excited to return to our amazing host city, La Crosse. We look forward to starting our journey at the La Crosse Center. The city’s beautifully developed riverfront area provides an amazing site for the start of the event with its great hotels, dining options and amenities.

ROUTE DAY ONE: TRAILS AND TUNNELS

The Elroy-Sparta State Trail was the first rail-to-trail conversion in the country and remains one of the most iconic because of the three long tunnels on the route. Typically, people are asked to walk their bikes through each of the nearly mile-long pitch black tunnels, but, for one day only, RAW riders will pedal through tunnels lighted by Bontrager Flare headlights. Whether you choose the trail route option or stick to the pavement, the entire route shows off some of the most scenic parts of our beautiful state.

MORE COWBELL

Yes, you will see lots of Wisconsin’s black and white bovines and red barns along the route through our nation’s dairyland. There are even a couple cute calves you or your family can pet if they meet you at the Sassy Cow aid station. And you will even see blue and purple cows at Trek Global Headquarters, which seems fitting for a Wisconsin company that started making bikes in a small red barn.

HALF-WAY POINT: WISCONSIN DELLS, WI

Is there anywhere more iconic for Wisconsin summertime fun? We are excited to host our halfway stop at Mirror Lake State Park. This central location in Wisconsin Dells is a great option for those riding with families following along. Check out our Family Fun page for engaging ways to get your support team involved!

EPIC REST STOP/FINISH LINE OPTION: WATERLOO, WI

Who would have thought the legendary bike brand has such humble roots in Waterloo, WI? Enjoy Trek hospitality the way it was meant to be experienced - right in the homeland. They know how to do things right.

FINISH-LINE: MILWAUKEE, WI

Ride into Milwaukee on the amazing paved Hank Aaron State Trail and roll right into the finish-line party at Tailgate Haus - an American Family Field event space! Hop off your bike, fill up your RAW Finisher’s mug with a great beer or chocolate milk, chow down on some delicious food, change into your street clothes and revel in the incredible challenge you just accomplished.

My Ride Across Wisconsin

By Jared Gillett

RAW

Whether you are eager to achieve a new all-time longest ride or enjoy a weekend full of countryside exploration, Ride Across Wisconsin is an event for all riders. What sets RAW apart is its ability to cater to all. Participants have the option to ride the entire 235 mile route in a single day, ride a shorter 165 mile route and finish at Trek Headquarters, or split the event into two days. Factor in the frequent rest stops with nutrition refills and top-notch mechanical support from Wheel & Sprocket, the approval and welcoming of e-bikes, and some of the best countryside views that Wisconsin has to offer, and anyone with the desire has the potential for a truly unique cycling experience. I had the pleasure of returning to Ride Across Wisconsin for 2022 and chose to tackle the 235 miles in one day.

The Route

Last year’s rendition of RAW received a total makeover from previous versions that ended in Green Bay and Kenosha. 2022’s route started in downtown La Crosse overlooking the Mississippi River and headed southeast to finish in Milwaukee. Meandering through the rolling fields of corn and charming small towns stretched a bespoke 235 mile route, weaving together choice smooth tarmac, patchy farm roads, and finely crushed limestone trails. One might have called the route “Wisconsin’s very own Paris-Roubaix.”

While most of the mileage was spent on open roads which allowed for vehicles to follow, about eighty miles were split between three rails-to-trails systems that only riders could navigate. The first and second gravel sectors spanned the Elroy-Sparta State Trail and the 400 State Trail, respectively. Later on, riders spun their wheels on the Glacial Drumlin State Trail. Each car-free sector contained a diverse experience that brought a refreshing change in scenery and pace. My personal favorite was passing through the three handmade tunnels on the Elroy-Sparta State Trail. RAW provided a once-in-a-lifetime experience by reserving the trails for the ride and utilizing a runway of lights to guide everyone through each tunnel.

Rest stops were frequently sprinkled every 25-30 miles and special stops featured some of Wisconsin’s finest attractions. A few of my favorite stops included Jellystone Park with brats

in the Wisconsin Dells, a quick ferry crossing with ice cream in Merrimac, and a fully catered rendezvous at Trek Headquarters in Waterloo. As mentioned earlier, each rest stop had a mechanic on standby and a crew of volunteers ready to assist a rider’s needs. Nutrition stations remained consistent, ranging from simple whole foods to typical cycling-specific goodies.

The Training

Training will look different from rider to rider, depending on which option they choose. For riders wanting a structured training plan, the RAW organizers put together a free 21-week workout schedule that includes a few tips and tricks to help riders prepare for the long journey. Otherwise, finding a coach or a tailored training plan would be beneficial. Most local bike shops can help you find a trainer if you need somewhere to start. Your LBS can also often help you get comfortable with group riding. Safely navigating in packs allows everyone to spend time drafting and saving energy. And for those ambitious enough to train without a formalized plan, I recommend regular, consistent long days in the saddle spinning at an easy pace. Whether you choose the single-day or multi-day option, confidently riding for multiple hours at a controlled pace will be vital to making it across the finish line.

The Gear

Knowing that the terrain was fair, with frequent rest stops for refueling, I opted to use my trusty 2010 Trek Madone 4.5 road bike. I followed the route curators’ advice and mounted 700c x 28mm tires with the crushed limestone trail sectors in mind, and which have the added bonus of vibration reduction for the rougher country roads. I carried a flat kit consisting of a spare tube, levers, and a CO2 cartridge. I added a handy bicycling bento box/ top tube bag right behind the stem to make it easy to grab nutrition and other goodies. Since food was frequent and abundant at the aid stations, I would refill two bottles and stash a few extra gels into my storage box. Lastly, I wore a simple cycling kit and a pair of clear sunglasses.

The Ride

Weather played a significant role throughout the day. The night prior to the event, scattered storms soaked the gravel paths and made all three sectors slicker than usual. Additional pockets of rain and wind were forecast to impact riders throughout the event. As a result, my experiences cruising among the front peloton probably varied from those in different positions. However, if asked to describe my adventure, I would boil it down into two words: grit and camaraderie.

Brilliant neon red taillights and blue-white headlights flickered at 5:15 AM as we left the start along the Mississippi River in downtown La Crosse and pedaled out onto dark country connector roads. The first 30 miles of road leading toward the Elroy-Sparta trail were smooth and fast. Slowly, pockets of riders formed, and conversations began. I bumped into a few individuals early on, like Tyler Pierce, AKA “The Vegan Cyclist” on YouTube, who would come to join the thirteen-member pack I spent most of the day alongside.

As everyone headed toward the first gravel sector, the air slowly became charged with excitement. The pack realized an additional challenge as soon as tires hit Sparta’s finely crushed limestone path. The saturated gravel would require more energy to maintain speed and increased concentration to keep upright. But that didn’t stop us. Elroy-Sparta Trail Tunnel 3 appeared in no time and a single file line formed. Individuals turned on their front lights and followed the landing strip of lights placed by volunteers.

Cool air carried the echoes of whirring wheels coasting through the tunnel. Shortly after we passed through Trail Tunnels 2 and 1, the peloton stopped in Elroy for aid. Headlights are typically essential in the pitch black tunnels; however, unique to the Ride Across Wisconsin, the tunnels were lighted with Bontrager Flare headlights, which added some atmosphere and made navigating through the long, dark, damp, narrow tunnels a little less spooky.

Our front group stopped at the aid station in Elroy to regroup and refuel. After a quick stop, the crew of about 25 other riders and I began traversing the 400 State Trail toward the stop at Jellystone Park in Reedsburg. While it was mostly flat, the previous day’s storms created some muddy sections that resembled a cyclocross course. To add insult to injury, storms rolled in and rain followed. Around this time, individuals be-

gan pushing the pace and the group slowly thinned out. The group was quiet. Whether it was due to everyone putting in a hard effort or limiting the amount of gravel we consumed was up for debate. Finally, after a few hours of putting my head down and spinning around, sixteen riders made it to the Dells. Soaked and muddied from head to toe, twelve cyclists and I jumped back onto our bikes and rolled on nice pavement toward the final big climb adjacent to Devil’s Lake State Park. The fatigue from our previous efforts found its way into my legs, and it was apparent everyone else felt the same. Rather than attempting to race the second half, the group decided it was beneficial to work together and not drop anyone else. Moods shifted, and I noticed more lighthearted chatting among one another. The rain eased up and we dried and warmed up enough to enjoy an ice cream at the aid station in Merrimac before we rode onto the ferry to cross the Wisconsin River. Crossing Lake Wisconsin on the Merrimac Ferry should be on everyone’s cycling bucket list!

The next aid station at Trek’s headquarters in Waterloo couldn’t come soon enough. Physical fatigue finally caught up to me and my legs complained with every pedal stroke. Even small rolling hills in the back country roads forced me to stand and mash my pedals. Just when I thought the ride couldn’t get any more challenging, the sky opened up and poured on us with 10 miles to go before Trek.

Those 10 miles felt longer than the previous 150, and I sensed the group morale was at an all-time low as we finally rolled

into Trek, drenched and cold. Friends, family, and volunteers greeted us and did their best to cheer everyone up. Quitting is always in the back of your mind on hard rides, but we knew it wasn’t an option for anyone in our group. It was only a matter of who would be the first to round everyone up once more. After filling my bottles and grabbing hot pizza in hopes of warming up, I slowly mounted my bike. The rain had stopped and once more the group rolled forward.

The remainder of the day went smoother. Pockets of sunshine began to beam down as the clouds dissolved overhead. After we finished the last gravel section on the Glacial Drumlin Trail, pausing at the Bicycle Doctor, shop mechanics and volunteers rinsed off our bikes and even gave them a quick tune while we refueled on hot balsamic roasted potatoes!

The final portion of the ride was almost entirely on paved bike paths and generally downhill as we headed to Milwaukee. In no time, the final aid station in Waukesha came and went. The last twenty miles were spent chatting about the long day and reflecting on the group’s adventure. New found energy began flourishing, and our pace started increasing once more. Even though nearly thirteen hours had passed, I didn’t want our day to end; it simply felt like we had just begun. Finally, after 232.8 miles and almost 8,500 calories burned, our group of thirteen rolled into the finish of Ride Across Wisconsin.

~ As always, thank you to my partner, Bryn, and my family at Smith’s Bike Shop for the endless support.

Istarted riding a road bike when my son was born. This year he turned 11, and during the past decade our entire family has gotten very into all the bike options to take advantage of the amazing road, gravel and mountain biking available in and around our home in La Crosse. In the past few years, especially, our son has developed a love of mountain biking. Josh Shively, head coach for our National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) team in La Crosse, teaches summer mountain bike courses for elementary school kids, and we jumped on it! The next natural progression was for our son to join the team as a 6th grader.

Obviously, as a mountain biker myself, it was great to see interest from my kids. However, in my family we don’t do anything halfway, so naturally I decided to become a coach, as well. Unfortunately, a midsummer crash left me with a broken collarbone and off the bike for the first 6 weeks of the season, so I took an administrative role and my wife jumped in as a coach. We knew that the team and league have a GRiT (Girls Riding Together) program; she was excited to ride with our son and also support the girls’ initiatives.

The Wisconsin Interscholastic Cycling League was founded in 2013, then became our state NICA chapter, and has grown to include 84 teams with more than 500 parent coaches from communities across the state. Practices can start anytime af-

BECOMING A NICA FAMILY

By Christopher Stindt

Photo by Dave Schlabowske

THE NORTHERN LIGHTS CAME OUT TO DANCE AND IT WAS MAGICAL.

ter July 1st and races start on Labor Day weekend. There are so many teams that only a few race venues are able to hold all of the teams! Over 1,800 student athletes participated in Wisconsin’s NICA team races in 2022, with 1,600 racing in the State Championships at Trek Trails in Waterloo.

Our summer practice in La Crosse went great and it was really impressive to see the student athletes and coaches come together twice a week. We were able to connect with friends old and new, and our son and younger daughter developed many connections through the team. Plus, we were all having fun riding our bikes! We had no idea what to expect for the race season, though. It’s entirely optional, but our son has seen me

Photo by Dave Schlabowske

Photo by First Expressions Photography

line up enough times that he was all in for racing.

One key aspect of the Wisconsin league is the opportunity to camp at each venue for a low cost on race weekends. This has created an unexpected bonus family camping culture enjoyed by parents and kids alike. The first race of the year was at Telemark in Cable and our team was set up underneath the “Telehenge” cement elevator shafts from the former resort. That first night, the northern lights came out to dance and it was magical. The next day’s race was even more impressive. The start area was lined with hundreds of cheering fans on both sides. The woods were full of spectators: athletes, family, friends, and more, all cheering everyone on. But the camping experiences are the icing on the cake - sitting around campfires, communal meals, coffee as the sun comes up at oh dark thirty… We are hooked!

One of the other things that makes NICA unique compared to traditional high school ball sports is that there is no bench so all the kids on the team get to race and compete if they want to. Some participants like riding mountain bikes with friends, but don’t want to race. That’s fine, too, just as it’s fine to hang out at the race venue, enjoy a pre-ride on the course Saturday and cheer your heart out on Sunday.

We ended up going to every single race weekend. It was truly a unique experience. A special moment for the La Crosse team happened at the Lowe’s Creek race in Eau Claire. A new team member joined in September and came out to race for the first

Photo by Dave Schlabowske

Photo by First Expressions Photography

WE ARE A NICA FAMILY NOW.

time. We had a team loaner bike available and you would have thought Santa Claus himself appeared in our team trailer to give it to him; he was that excited. He rode the heck out of it at pre-ride, perhaps a little extra hard for a bike that had been sitting for quite awhile. The next day at his race he snapped the chain less than halfway into the lap. Instead of quitting, he picked up the bike and ran with it. When our team heard of this, they gathered up everyone they could and lined the finishing straight. It was very moving to see them all cheering when he came around the final corner and completed his first race.

We’ll be back in 2023 for more. I’ve moved into a team director role, as our previous head coach finally “retired” after 8 years. We have a new head coach and my wife is becoming an assistant coach. We are a “NICA family” now, and are already making plans for the season. If you haven’t been to a race, odds are good there is one close to your home. I strongly encourage you to check it out. I’ve never encountered a youth sport that is so positive, supporting and just all out fun!

Photo by First Expressions Photography

Photo by First Expressions Photography

My 14-day, south-to-north Wisconsin Adventure Bicycle Route Odyssey

I’m standing alone on the side of a gravel road outside the town of Thorp, Wis. I huddle behind a tree, trying to find a moment of respite from the relentless headwind that has battered me all day. My legs ache, my feet and hands are numb from the cold, my face is raw from sleet that blisters my cheeks. I place my cycling computer in my back pocket; seeing how slow I’m moving only frustrates me more.

As the wind whips all around me, disheartened and in a general miserable state of both mind and body, I ask myself, “Why? Why are you doing this? Why did you choose to bikepack the entire length of the state of Wisconsin in mid-October?” I know the answer to my question.

The answer is to find adventure, to escape, to tune out the noise of the daily hustle and bustle. Recalling this thought is exactly what my mind and body need. I crack a smile, clip back into my pedals and push on into the wind.

Daydream Becomes Reality

Six months before that lonely, cold gravel road, while daydreaming of my next adventure, I stumbled upon a Facebook group detailing the Wisconsin Adventure Bicycle Route (WABR), a nearly 700-mile bikepacking route that begins on the Illinois/Wisconsin border, south of Hazel Green, and traverses the entire state, ending overlooking Lake Superior at the north end of Wisconsin.

The genesis of the route that became WABR dates back to 2007 when Chad Berger developed the Trans-Wisconsin Adventure Trail, a dual-sport motorcycle route. It was later refined for bicycles by Joe Meiser, who created and organized the Trans-Wisconsin Mountain Bike Race in 2010.

Enter Frank Hassler Jr., who first dreamt of creating an official bikepacking route after riding a large part of the existing routes in 2011. “Ever since that trip, I wanted to share the route with other like-minded cyclists,” he said. “It was an amazing route. But I knew it could be better!”

Story and Photos by Scott Haroldson

This desire to share what he’d experienced percolated for almost a decade. Then, this past year, with help from fellow adventurers willing to identify and scout new sections for the route, it has since developed into two forms: a mountain bike route that incorporates nearly 100 miles of singletrack, and a gravel route for those looking for something less bumpy.

In the spirit of true adventure, what Hassler has created is not for folks wanting to get from point A to point B as quickly as possible. “I wanted to find even more remote backroads and unused trails to add to the route, more double track, more ATV trails, even some cross-country ski trails to get riders into the woods and away from roads,” Hassler said. “This is a route for the kind of person who always wonders, ‘What’s down that backroad?’ or, ‘Where does that trail go?’ Here is a chance to explore those backroads and trails across the entire state.” This style of riding presents a chance to escape without having to travel too far from home, to see and discover Wisconsin’s backroads and trails across the entire length of the state. Last winter, using the routes Hassler assembled, I began plotting my days, opting to blend the two routes, riding mostly gravel but jumping onto singletrack when possible. I had carved out two weeks away from work and family, but without

friends able to do the same, it became apparent that this would be a solo endeavor. I planned for approximately 50 miles of riding each day, so the biggest considerations were determining where I would camp, where I could find water, and where I might purchase a bacon cheeseburger and a favorite Wisconsin beer (not only because they are delicious, but frequenting local establishments for nourishment cut way down on what I needed to pack.)

Attempting this route in mid-October meant I could be in for any kind of weather, and that proved absolutely the case. The temp broke 80 on Day 1; I rode through snow and crossed a river barefoot with temps hovering in the 20’s seven days later; then I finished looking out over Lake Superior on a perfect blue-sky 70-degree day. Luckily I came prepared, having packed for the cold.

The Not-so-grand Depart

So it was that on October 10, 2022, my wife graciously drove 10 hours round trip to drop me at my start, called the “Point of Beginning” just off State Road 80 in Hazel Green on the Wisconsin/Illinois border. This is not just a title I made up for the start of my personal odyssey; in 1831, Lucius Lyon set

a marker here from which every corner in the state could be measured. The boundaries of each county, city, village and township were all surveyed and mapped from this “point of beginning.” It is only fitting to start from this same spot, exploring Wisconsin from bottom to top.

After unloading my bike, I gave my wife a big hug and a kiss, and with a promise from her to be there at the end to pick me up, I was left alone with my bike to begin a 700 mile odyssey. Surely any long time in the saddle–alone–might be transformative, even spiritual, but it is the culture and the intangible nature of the attitudes and atmosphere along the way that really made the experience for me. This route highlights just one narrow slice of the state; what follows are highlights from my 14 days astride my trusty Salsa Cutthroat.

Days 1-6: The Driftless Region, aka the land of many hills, encompasses a large part of the beginning of the route. An area untouched by the most recent passage of glaciers left a landscape that looks radically different from the areas surrounding it, with its winding roads leading you up to the top of bluffs, then swooping back down into deep valleys below.

Day 5: Tunnel No. 3 Elroy Sparta Trail. Before reaching historic Tunnel No. 3, I came across a stone flume, designed

to catch rain runoff from the steep valley walls and channel it away from the tunnel’s entrance. The flume is a marvel of engineering, but it wasn’t much further until I felt the temperature drop while approaching the large doors that guard the tunnel. Built in 1873, the tunnel stretches 3/4 of a mile in length. When I entered one end, the exit was but a dot of light in the distance. I turned on my headlight as it became very dark, very quickly, with the constant sound of water falling from the ceiling and pooling in the two channels on either side of the path.

Day 5: Beer Shop Sparta. I am a self-proclaimed craft beer connoisseur, and the Beer Shop is an oasis found in the town of Sparta, Wis. This converted 1930’s gas station and auto garage has been lovingly transformed into a place for the community to gather. With 22 beers on tap and dozens more available in cans, it’s the perfect place to stop for beers, ciders, sodas and more, all produced in the Midwest. beershopsparta.com

Day 7: Levis Trow. Whether you route around the mounds or ride to the top, you’re in for some of Wisconsin’s best singletrack. The mounds, known as nunataks by geologists, rise more than 300 feet above the surrounding oak, aspen and pine. I chose to ride over the top and was rewarded with what might be the best view of the entire trip as I peered out over

the trees still holding onto their last auburn leaves.

Day 11: ROAM Adventure Basecamp is a modern trailside camping area located outside Seeley, Wis. Nestled in the heart of the Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA) trail system, you can ride singletrack or gravel right into camp. Plan ahead and book one of four Scandinavian-modern cabins, or grab a camp spot and connect to the included wireless network, enjoy hot showers, flush toilets and even Finnish the day by booking an hour in the wood-fired sauna. roambasecamp.com

Day 13: Delta Diner is a throwback to a 1940’s East Coast diner, but with its own Wisconsin Northwoods flair. The diner, located 25 miles inland from Lake Superior, is a former rail car transported from upstate New York. Patrons sit elbow to elbow at the counter or in one of the seven booths. Try the Norwegian pancakes (added jalapenos are an option) or the stuffed french toast with homemade mascarpone filling, and order an extra breakfast sandwich wrapped in foil to enjoy on-trail later. Check the lunch and dinner schedule to enjoy the Diner’s Earth Rider Tap Shack, which serves up delicious jerked ribs and whitefish that you can wash down with cold Earth Rider beers while listening to Reggae music. deltadiner. com

Final Touch of a Tire

Living in the Midwest my whole life, I have seen Lake Superior countless times, but after having ridden my bicycle in search of this greatest lake for 14 days, its vastness and looming presence took on a new meaning. I first glimpsed Gichigami 15 miles from the finish. There it was, almost unreal looking in the distance, as I stared down a long, straight gravel road dropping away in front of me, tantalizing with how close it seemed. A sense of melancholy overcame me, knowing it also marked the end of an incredible adventure.

I pedaled the remaining miles with the sun on my face, excited to see my wife and kids. To complete the route, I hiked my bike down the rocky embankment, holding fast to an old rope installed to assist those who wished to get a closer view of the big water. It was there, in sight of the Apostle Islands, that I touched my front tire to the lapping waves, commemorating my finish.

I had found the adventure I was seeking, and it was truly Wisconsin’s incredible geography, towns and people that made a trip like this so special.

Food & H20

• I packed homemade oatmeal (oats mixed with powdered milk and dried fruit) and instant coffee for most breakfasts. I took a couple of dehydrated meals (and my Jetboil cookpot) for emergencies and a handful of peanut butter packets that can always come in handy, along with energy blocks for calories on the bike.

• There are enough taverns, restaurants, convenience stores and even grocery stores along the route that you should be able to eat or resupply when needed. Ensure

that you have packed away enough food in Drummond, Wis., as there are no grocery or convenience stores for the remaining 90 miles.

• There is potable water to be had, but always fill up bottles, especially for the last few days when resupply becomes scarce. I did not need to use my filter a single time, but especially in warmer weather it is nice to know it is there, just in case.

• I consumed nine bacon cheeseburgers in 14 days. Protein at its finest, apropos for the land of milk and cheese.

• The Farmstead Creamery, east of Hayward, Wis., is worth the extra mile spent off course for a gelato latte and a scone. northstarhomestead.com

• Stone’s Throw Supper Club in Merrillan, Wis., has great prime rib on Saturday night. stones-throw-supper-club. business.site

Must Know

• Official MTB Route: ridewithgps.com/ routes/41202188

TRAIL NOTES

Day 1: To Mile 48, Grant River Recreation campground

Day 2: To Mile 97 (49 miles), Wyalusing State Park

Day 3: To Mile 147 (50 miles) Robb Park campground

Day 4: To Mile 202 (55 miles) La Farge Village Park

Day 5: To Mile 248 (46 miles) Sparta Best Nights Inn

Day 6: To Mile 310 (62 miles) Levis Trow Trail Center

Day 7: To Mile 354 (44 miles) Rock Dam County Park

Day 8: To Mile 405 (51 miles) P-Town Saloon apartment

Day 9: To Mile 450 (45 miles), Dispersed camping

Day 10: To Mile 504 (54 miles) Black Lake campground

Day 11: To Mile 551 (47 miles) ROAM basecamp

Day 12: To Mile 601 (50 miles) Perch Lake campground

Day 13: To Mile 648 (47 miles) Birch Grove campground

Day 14: To Mile 682 (34 miles) Finish at Lake Superior!

What Bike to Ride

The terrain on this route varies from pavement to gravel to rocky singletrack to super soft sand. I opted to ride my Salsa Cutthroat with 29x2.25 tires. The Cutthroat uses modern mountain bike geometry with drop handlebars, and the tire choice works perfectly when navigating the pavement, gravel and singletrack. When encountering sections of deep sand in Chequamegon, unless you are riding a fat tire bike, you may just need to hop off and do some hiking.

• Official Gravel Route: ridewithgps.com/ routes/40502795

• There is an active Facebook group that can be a great sounding board for ideas: Search “Wisconsin Adventure Bicycle Route”

• Maps: Depending on your carrier, cell phone service is available for the majority of the bottom half of the route. The further north you traverse, the more dead zones you may find. Make sure to download offline google maps for anytime you might need to reroute yourself.

• Depending on the season the ATV trails are well-traveled. If traversing a busy section during a weekend, I suggest rerouting around them.

• Bugs: Thanks to the ticks, regardless of the season, carry DEET or treat your gear with permethrin. During the summer, a headnet and lightweight long-sleeve jersey will keep the fast-flying black flies from feasting on you while you ride and keep evening camp mosquitoes at bay.

• Best time to go: This is a personal preference, but late September and early October are when fall colors are in full effect, and when most bugs are gone for the season. If you want to cool off in one of the many lakes, however, shoot for August (but be prepared for heavy black flies and mosquitoes, especially in the north.) Late October and November, when I completed the route, had temperatures ranging from 21 degrees and snowing to 80 degrees and sunny skies; come prepared for anything (which means carrying more.)

Camping

• There is abundant camping in Wisconsin. I broke the route up into individual days, and all but one day I had an official camping location.

• Many locations can be reserved online between May 1 and September 31.

• I only made a reservation for Wyalusing State Park and was able to self-register at all others.

• If a campground is full, dispersed camping is allowed in both county and national forests.

• There are a handful of spots where you can rent a room for the night. The Best Nights Inn motel in Sparta has incredible water pressure for a great hot shower.

Scott Haraldson is an avid cyclist who enjoys taking his camera along for the ride. He spends his days working for Quality Bicycle Products in Bloomington, Minn. He was able to use a work-sponsored sabbatical to undertake this adventure. He lives in nearby Maplewood with his wife Laura and their four children.

Download all the higher resolution images here: scottharaldson.com/downloads/wabr.zip

All photos are mapped by GPS coordinates on my personal version of the route: ridewithgps.com/routes/41289271

Where to Ride in the Stevens Point Area

If you are looking for inspiration on where to ride in Wisconsin this year, take this as your sign to add the Stevens Point Area to the list, central Wisconsin’s only Silver level Bicycle-Friendly Community. Beyond the bike lanes, extensive (and growing) trail systems, and bike-friendly amenities you’ll find plenty of reasons the Stevens Point Area has earned its reputation as a great place to bike. Whether you want to hit the trails or ride the roads, we’ve got you covered with our guide to where to bike in the Stevens Point Area – plus some extra fun along the way.

Get to Know the Stevens Point Area

If you’ve never been to the Stevens Point Area, here’s what you can expect to find. One of the state’s oldest farmers markets is still held in the same spot in downtown Stevens Point, and the

iconic Stevens Point Brewery (brewing since 1857) is still a staple – along with the other breweries, wineries and distilleries that make up the Central Wisconsin Craft Collective. A strong commitment to the environment, home to the longest running renewable energy fair, the nation’s first college of natural resources at the University of Wisconsin – Stevens Point, and home to the Wisconsin Conservation Hall of Fame. Order up at Ruby, named the best coffee in Wisconsin by Food & Wine, or explore more local makers from Tapped to Siren Shrub.

Avid bikers take note, you won’t want to miss the Stevens Point Area’s popular trails, including the 27-mile Green Cir cle Trail or one of Wisconsin’s best mountain biking trails at Standing Rocks Park – offering riding options yearround. Beyond the trails, you’ll want to make time to paddle

the backwaters of the Wisconsin River or fly-fish the Tomorrow River. Take time to golf SentryWorld, routinely named one of the best public courses in the nation – and host to the 2023 U.S. Senior Open. Keep exploring the region’s local arts and culture spots – with an impressive mix of public art from vibrant murals to larger-than-life sculptures at the Stevens Point Sculpture Park.

On & Off the Trail

Cover some ground with the popular Green Circle Trail. This 27-mile loop around Stevens Point offers a wide variety of scenery, along the Wisconsin and Plover Rivers, with modest hills, places for pit stops, and beautiful views. Bike the whole loop or break it up by segment as there are 12 separate segments to explore.

Get into nature with biking routes through the 280-acre Schmeeckle Reserve. Offering more than 5 miles of trails, check out the boardwalk paths or the popular Lake Loop that surrounds Lake Joanis - providing an undeniable view no matter the season. The reserve also serves as the trailhead for the Green Circle Trail equipped with year-round restrooms

and overflow parking.

If you love to bike all year long, you don’t want to miss Standing Rocks Park. Featuring over 24 miles of mountain bike trails, with a combination of old-school narrow legacy trails and newer, wider flow trails - it promises a fun ride for beginners and experts alike. In the winter, some of the trails are groomed for fat bikes.

Keep moving with 28 miles of rural scenery on the Tomorrow River State Trail. The trail is comprised of crushed limestone which makes the trail a convenient and safe ride. The popular rails-to-trails route winds through rural Portage County and extends east connecting to Manawa.

Prefer the less-traveled route? Find your pace on many of the paved and low-traffic roads throughout rural Portage County. For a full list of trails, view our Pedal, Paddle, Hike guide – or order a free copy - online at StevensPointArea.com

Beyond the Ride

When meandering along the Green Circle Trail, don’t miss a ride through the Stevens Point Sculpture Park. Located along the Brickyard Trail segment, ride through the half mile park that links both art and nature together. Visit the Elk Centaur, wander past the massive Sand County Bench, and spin the Landscape with Perspective, from regional, national, and international artists.

Scattered throughout the county – and near many bike trails – you’ll find an abundance of local murals. Stroll through downtown Stevens Point and find a mix of historical murals, like the Polish Chickens nodding to the cultural background

Photocredit: Lex Bernsteen Photography

Photo credit: ChrisWalker

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of the region, and new additions such as the Trailblazer Mural by local artist Jessie Fritsch or the City of Wonderful Water Mural – a nod to the moniker in stone located in Iverson Parkpainted on the side of local restaurant, Father Fats.

Love biking and beer? Start on the Tomorrow River State Trail and head east to Central Waters Brewing Company, a sustainable-focused brewery in Amherst known for their impressive solar array and barrel-aged beers. Order up a pint (or a sampler flight), a few snacks, and enjoy! Most weekends and evenings (when in season), you’ll find Chef C’s Munchie Mobile on-site serving up a rotating menu to pair with your beer. If you miss them, hungry riders can find more options in Downtown Amherst, including Flemings Café, Ambrosia’s and Village Hive or just a bit beyond downtown with The Lo cal Goat or Grit & Grace

Embrace all that winter has to offer in central Wisconsin with not just fat tire biking at Standing Rocks County Park, but by also checking out their cross-country skiing, and snow shoeing trails, as well as their downhill skiing (when condi tions exist).

Are you a foodie looking for the next best bite? You’re in luck! There are many tasty spots along the Green Circle Trail worth trying. If you start along the Riverfront Trail segment in downtown Stevens Point, you’ll want to prioritize a stop at the Main Grain Bakery & Eatery. For a sweet treat just blocks off the River Pines Trail segment, you’ll find hometown favorite, Belts’ Soft Serve – just remember, it’s cash only! For something more substantial, venture just south of the University Trail segment towards popular diner, Rock-n-Roll Café, and southeast Asian restaurant, Mama Mai’s. On the Iverson Park Trail segment, don’t miss Hilltop Pub & Grill and Violet Basil near Iverson Park.

Brining the kids along? Start the ride in downtown Stevens Point and hit the Riverfront Trail segment. Start off at Bukolt Park, which is the perfect stop on a warm summer day – with plenty of perfect picnic spots, a playground, and small swimming beach. After exploring the

park, head south down the trail to Pfiffner Pioneer Park for more river views and playgrounds to explore. For more space to play, don’t miss K.A.S.H. Playground, a universally accessible – and colorful – area to play just across the river at Mead Park, near the Westside Loop segment.

Where to Stay

If you’re looking to hop straight on your bike from where you’re staying, book a stay at The Inn at SentryWorld. The hotel features beautiful views of the SentryWorld golf course and spacious rooms. They even have an on-site outfitter equipped with bike rentals and other specialty products. From The Inn, you’ll be close to the northern part of the Schmeeckle Reserve and Green Circle Trailhead.

For a rustic stay, take a look at the Amherst River Dance Cabin. This non-traditional stay is an eco-friendly log cabin surrounded by a wooded forest. Located just a short drive from the Tomorrow River State Trail in Amherst and Standing Rocks County Park, this stay will make for a unique, oneof-a-kind experience. Or, go camping at Lake Emily Park for easy access to the Tomorrow River State Trail.

Another cozy spot with nearby access to the Green Circle Trail is the Water Dragon Inn. It is a stone cottage nestled on 5 acres of wooded lands on the beautiful McDill Pond and has room for up to 6 people. Enjoy comfort and luxury while being nearby the Whiting Crossing Trail segment of the Green Circle.

If you’re looking for a stay located near the trail along with restaurants and events, consider a stay in downtown Stevens Point, where you’ll find the Cobblestone Hotel, Dreams of Yesteryear Bed & Breakfast, and short term vacation rentals, like the Claflin House. Just a few blocks from the Green Circle Trail’s Riverfront segment, this is a great spot to start your adventure, with must-see murals, one-of-a-kind shops, and plenty of tasty flavor, from restaurants to a winery.

Biking Centered Community

The biking community in the Stevens Point Area extends far beyond the two wheels. From local businesses to biking groups, you’ll find a tight knit community of individuals all supporting biking in the region.

Welcoming women to the world of biking is the aim of one local group, Girls on Gravel. Girls on Gravel works to support and encourage women in the biking community in central Wisconsin. Founded by two local women, they hope to continue to grow naturally and offer experiences for women, whether it’s training for races, planning trips, or just experiencing new ways to ride. Meeting at least once a week, the group is simply a place to talk, laugh, share a drink or two, and of course – bike.

Grab a seat at District 1 and order a Pedal On, a beer inspired by local entrepreneur Trevor Roark and his bicycle-powered delivery service – Curbwise - in the Stevens Point Area. This start-up brought the first bicycle delivery service to the region. Curbwise collaborates with local organizations and business to deliver everything from furniture to food – no matter the season or weather.

For avid mountain bike fans, you’ll want to thank the Point Area Single Track Association who has been working diligently to expand the trails offered at Standing Rocks County Park. What started with an experimental trail in 2004 has grown to more than 20 miles and it keeps getting better.

Local Bike Shops

With a mission to help all riders find their perfect fit, the Hostel Shoppe is worth a stop in the Stevens Point Area. Known for their extension offerings of recumbents, you’ll want to add Pedal Point Rally on your list. The shop offers everything from bike rentals to service packages.

Other local shops worth checking out include Trek Bicycle Store, who offers a great selection of bikes as well as on-site repairs, Point Area Bicycle Service (PABS), known as a hub in the local biking community regularly hosting events and meetups, and Campus Cycle, who offers bikes for sale as well as a repair shop.

OUT AND ABOUT: Bike Fixing Stations can be found at the Schmeeckle Reserve and at Standing Rocks County Park.

Find more reasons to ride in the Stevens Point Area, and start planning at StevensPointArea.com.

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MAKING SPACE

BIPOC Bikepacking in the Northwoods

Story

Iwas overwhelmed with nervousness as I watched the Wheel & Sprocket van head up the gravel road to the Start Line Inn where we were staying the night before the Tour de Chequamegon. What if we don’t have everything we need? What if they don’t get along? What if this entire thing turns out to be a disaster?

We would soon be leaving our cozy cabin in Cable, WI to pedal our way through the beautiful lands of the Chequamegon National Forest. It is a land that continues to hold the spirit of the Anishinabek Nation, a people known for their stories and songs, and is still home to the six

Lake Superior Chippewa Ojibwe communities in Wisconsin: Bad River, Lac Courte Oreilles, Lac Du Flambeau, St. Croix, Sokaogan (Mole Lake), and Red Cliff.

We all packed into the small bike shop to set up our bikes for a three-day bikepacking adventure. Five Black folks who had never met, but were willing to trust Devin and me as guides on their weekend adventure in the Northwoods of Wisconsin.

The tents, Voile straps, puffies, and sleeping bags lay scattered across the floor of the Start Line Services bike re-

pair shop next to our Airbnb. I took a deep breath, and by the time I released it someone had turned on some old-school jams. Another participant walked through the door and started handing out beers and soda. Devin was already stuffing bags and strapping down tents to participants’ handlebars. Immediately the room filled with laughter as the room full of strangers became family.

My spirit began to center in my body as the pieces started to fall into place. I helped one of the riders struggling to connect a front pack to their bike and then moved from one area of the shop

Immediately the room filled with laughter as the room full of strangers became family.

by Brooke Goudy, Photos by Dave Schlabowske

to the next, securing bikepacking bags, answering questions, and doing bike checks. Two hours later, we had stacked all the bikes against the wall and headed up to our rental.

The Start Line Inn Loft in the Woods where we were staying the night before the ride is a comfy open studio with five beds lined against the wall. Devin made a pallet on the floor, and I took the sofa. We played music, laughed, and conversed until lights out. I lay there in the dark, eyes wide open, almost too exhausted to sleep. I finally drifted off with the thoughts of What if we continued to support one another when times get tough on the trail? What if the entire thing turns out to be a success for us all? What if everything we need is as simple as being together in this space?

That morning, we woke up to the chill of the Wisconsin fall air. We hopped on our bikes and soft-pedaled a mile on the gravel road to the start to meet up with the other participants. Although we stood out as the only participants of color, we found comfort and security in our circle. The first day was brutal. We encountered hill after hill, and spent most of our time readjusting our packs. I was sweep, and spent the day supporting mechanical failures and reminding riders of their resilience when spirits were low. When I finally made it to the first campsite at Black Lake with the last participant, the group cheered, and ran up to embrace us with hugs.

Day two was lighter in miles and vertical feet, but the rain brought morale down, and we leaned on one another for emotional support. That night we cele-

brated with shots of whiskey. We broke away from our affinity space and settled in with the larger group. We drank beer around the main campfire and made new friends with the other riders. We stumbled back to our tents and prepared for our final day.

The route for day three looked a bit easier, given that the final 10 miles were paved, so we delayed our start to try to wait out the rain, but the rain still hadn’t stopped as we slowly gathered our gear and set out for our final forty miles. I began far behind the group so we had space to ride our own rides. I reflected on our journey. All seven of us had come knowing we would be the only folks of color. In our first meeting, we also struggled with all the things that come with being in the remote backcountry, but the discussion kept coming back to us, Black folks, and them, the other forty riders. I kept reminding myself of the gift we were bringing to the group. I was reminded of the joy, Black joy, that exists everywhere and existed on all 106 miles of our journey. There is comfort in seeing someone that looks like you. A comfort that carries you through the last brutal forty miles in the rain. A comfort that says this space, this trail, this sport belongs to us too.

I pulled up to our living space with the final rider, and the group came out to cheer us on as we made our last pedal strokes up the gravel driveway to the

I was reminded of the joy, Black joy, that exists everywhere and existed on all 106 miles of our journey.

this space, this trail, this sport belongs to us too.

bike shop where we started. Bikepacking allows us to connect with the land, each other, and ourselves in a way that goes beyond day rides. It forces us to dig deeper, to challenge our minds and bodies. I have always drawn strength from my ancestors. I feel their resilience, which has been passed to me. That week that connection grew, as I relived their joy, and connected with folks on the trail that have similar lived experiences. It was special and rare, but I will continue to create these spaces for me and others.

Equity Program

On the Tour de Chequamegon

by Dave Schlabowske

There were a few new twists to the 6th annual Tour de Chequamegon (TDC) guided bikepacking weekend last fall. The ride started a week earlier than usual, which, combined with a warm dry summer, meant the fall colors were not as popping as in years past. The ride also started at Telehenge rather than from the Town of Cable parking lot. That new location did offer an opportunity for a great group photo next to the elevator shafts that are all that remain of the former Telemark Lodge, which locals have nicknamed “Telehenge.” For the latest on the exciting future of the Telemark property, read about what the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation has planned in the mountain bike section of this Ride Guide.

A more significant change this year was the addition of an equity program aimed at increasing diversity on the guided ride we lead each fall and tempting more people of color to visit and ride in the Wisconsin Northwoods. The goal is to attract people who may have never considered visiting the Northwoods to ride bikes. We introduce them to bikepacking, along with the region’s great gravel roads and area amenities, in the hopes that they will make return visits and also tell their friends about the great riding and charm of our welcoming small communities. Everyone involved agreed that the program was a big success, so we plan to repeat it in 2023.

This organized ride, which follows the Tour de Chequamegon route, was designed to introduce people to bikepacking by removing some of the barriers that might keep people from trying it on their own. So, while riders must carry their own gear, navigate the route, and camp each night, the ride is supported by Wheel & Sprocket with ride guides to help during the day, a support vehicle with mechanics in case of a breakdown, and catered camp meals.

Typically, for about two thirds of the

people who join us each year, this is their first experience bikepacking, so the TDC is an ideal ride to include an equity program designed to increase diversity among new bikepackers. The ride also attracts some more experienced bikepackers who just enjoy the glamping aspect of catered meals, great local craft beer in camp, and the Wisconsin tradition of Brandy Old Fashioneds on Friday night.

To create and manage the equity grant program, we hired Brooke Goudy and Devin Cowens. Brooke and Devin are both very experienced bikepackers who have been working in the cycling equity arena for years. They are nationally recognized as leaders in that work, are industry ambassadors, and have been featured in cover stories in major bike publications like Bicycling Magazine and VeloNews.

I reached out to Brooke after I heard her on Josh Blum’s Trail Eaffect podcast to see if she would be interested in helping create a program to increase diversity on the TDC. To my delight, Brooke was immediately stoked and suggested bringing in her friend Devin, as well. Brooke is a full-time nurse in Denver, where she works with Black Girls Do Bike, coaches NICA, races, and is an all around badass who has ridden the Tour Divide. Devin is based out of Georgia, where she works with the Radical Adventure Riders Atlanta Chapter when she isn’t bikepacking across Spain, Africa, or helping with other national cycling equity programs.

For the initial year of this equity program, Brooke and Devin recruited five BIPOC riders who were all fairly new to bikepacking, none of whom had ever ridden in the Wisconsin Northwoods. Their cohort joined the 40 other people who signed up for the ride through the regular online registration on the tourdechequamegon.com website.

I have to say, it was pretty cool to have such a stacked group of pro ride guides this year. In addition to Brooke

and Devin; we also had Hall of Famer Tom Schuler, of Team 7Eleven fame; Shane Hitz, Wausau-area bikepacking guru, and Hayward-area super volunteer Jerry Wright back to guide and help with medical, as well.

The diversity program was such a success that we would like to continue it with some changes based on what we learned. We are seeking additional sponsors to offset the costs. Right now Wheel & Sprocket helped with transportation for our equity riders and deferred the full cost of their registration fees. The rest of the funding for this program comes from profits from the Hungry Bear 100, a small gravel race in Cable, WI that I organize each spring. That race only attracts about 400 riders, and we try to keep the registration price low, so the profits we can devote to this new TDC diversity program are limited. The 2023 Tour de Chequamegon will be held from Friday, October 6th through Sunday, October 8th. Anyone interested in joining us on the regular trip or as part of our equity program can get more information and register at tourdechequamegon.com.

Enjoying the Mountain Bike Renaissance in Wisconsin

By Christopher Stindt and Dave Schlabowske

Wisconsin was once in the forefront of mountain biking in the United States. In 1983, a small mountain bike race in Cable, near the Chequamegon National Forest, launched what became the Fat Tire Festival, which is currently part of the national Lifetime Grand Prix series and one of the largest mountain bike races in the world. La Crosse had handbuilt trails which were featured in an International Mountain Biking Association (IMBA) guide on how to build berms in the early 2000’s.

The Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association (CAMBA) trails earned the IMBA Bronze level designation, the trails attracting thousands of visitors from across the country who made annual pilgrimages to the Northwoods. Riders enjoyed cycling the network of more than 130 miles of backcountry trails or racing in the national caliber Fat Tire Festival, Borah Epic, Seeley Prefat, and/or Chequamegon 100. The Wisconsin Off Road Race Series (WORS) became the biggest MTB race series in the nation as local chapters of the Wisconsin Off Road Bicycle Association (WORBA) built local trails in their communities around the state.

That initial enthusiasm and momentum kept Wisconsin near the front of the pack for a decade or so, but then we began to

fall off the front as our neighbors in northern Minnesota and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan began to build modern, bike-optimized destination trail systems. For mountain bikers across the country, the name Aaron Rogers became synonymous not with football, but with exciting bike-optimized trails as he turned the northernmost tip of the Keweenaw Peninsula into a national mountain bike destination.

Similar flowy MTB trail networks began popping up both in and close to Duluth and across the Iron Range region of northern Minnesota and around Marquette, Michigan. Then the amazing investment in mountain bike trails around Bentonville, Arkansas exploded and suddenly Wisconsin mountain bike trails started to look a bit dated. Before we knew it, Wisconsin riders began traveling outside the state to ride in small towns many of them had never heard of. Places like Cohassat, Copper Harbor and Cuyuna were getting national attention for developing cutting edge trails. Even locals in the Cable/Hayward area, home to the CAMBA trails, started driving to Minnesota or Michigan to ride on weekends.

That slide began to slow in the last handful of years as riders who belonged to local MTB trail groups began to build and add modern MTB features to their own trail networks. Local

Photos by Gary Barden

groups started working with IMBA Trail Solutions to help with design plans, earned some IMBA Accelerator grants, and raised the funds necessary to hire professional trail builders so they didn’t have to travel to ride the kind of trails they had grown to enjoy out-of-state.

Perhaps the most notable of all the developments are the changes which are coming to Wausau. The Central Wisconsin Offroad Cycling Coalition (CWOCC), the Wausau-area mountain bike group, had already built and maintained a pretty good trail network at the Nine Mile Recreation Area, added some more flowy trails with modern features in nearby Ringle, and even hired professional builders to construct some gravity trails and a small bike park at Sylvan Hills Park. Thanks to those efforts by CWOCC, the residents of the area already enjoy the benefits of local trails, and area businesses appreciate how these trails attract visitors. Add in the existing downhill skiing at Granite Peak at Rib Mountain State Park, as well as a world-class kayak course at Whitewater Park on the Wisconsin River, and Wausau is already the “Chamonix of the Midwest.” So when the opportunity arose to review the Master Plan for Rib Mountain State Park, the community came out with strong support for a significant investment in bike-optimized, purpose-built, lift-served mountain bike trails in the state park.

Historically, Wisconsin state parks have not pursued mountain biking as a form of recreation. However, an outpouring of support from area residents and businesses changed that. In December, the State Natural Resources Board (NRB) approved a new master plan for Rib Mountain State Park that adds two important improvements for cycling. The first is a multi-use natural trail encircling the base of Rib Mountain,

“Historically, Wisconsin state parks have not pursued mountain biking as a form of recreation.”

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creating a recreational opportunity for cyclists, hikers, and walkers of all skill and comfort levels.

The second impactful upgrade is the NRB approval of 12 to 20 miles of mountain biking trails suitable for a variety of skill levels, including “flow” and “gravity single-track” trails. This is historic - it’s the first time the DNR has authorized new mountain bike trails in a state park that will include downhill or gravity trails that are serviced by a lift. The lifts are already there for winter use at Granite Peak, so this project leverages the existing investment by the private company that runs the ski hill in the winter.

Key support for this historic policy change came from the Greater Wausau Prosperity Partnership, which is the local chamber of commerce. This group clearly recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation on economic development, so much so that they helped hire an independent consultant to gather information and develop alternatives for downhill skiing and mountain biking options at the park. Dave Eckmann, President of the Greater Wausau Chamber of Commerce, said, “Outdoor recreation plays a key role in our region’s ability to attract and retain a skilled workforce to serve our diverse business community.”

The project was supported by CWOCC and IMBA, including Mike Repyak, the IMBA Director of Planning and Design. Born and raised in Wisconsin, Repyak is a nationally recognized expert on mountain bike and ski trail planning. Mike even used to work at the Wisconsin DNR, as well as previously serving as the State Trails Coordinator.

With all that experience, Repyak noted the significance of this opportunity, saying, “Wisconsin State Parks, the Wisconsin DNR, and the NRB have an opportunity to create an authentic trail amenity for Wausau, Central Wisconsin, and the communities around that will be a regional draw, that will attract visitors from across the midwest and quite possibly develop a national destination.” It’s not an overstatement to say that this plan changes the game for both the region and the state. One particularly exciting part of this opportunity is the amount of local and regional interest and support it has seen. The Wisconsin DNR received an almost unprecedented number of com-

ments about the different master plan options. And the vast majority of the more than 6,000 comments received during the planning phase supported expanding mountain biking options in the park, as did most of the more than four hours of in-person testimony at the December NRB meeting.

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both the region and the state.”

Repyak recently shared about his experiences helping construct the Strong Falls Trails in record time over in Marinette County. The new mountain bike trails were able to be constructed so quickly in part thanks to County setting aside almost $1 million of their American Rescue Plan Act funds to build mountain bike trails.

“We’re on some of the oldest bedrock in the world; this is the Canadian Shield,” commented Joe Krawczyk, president of IMBA Local Chapter Marinette Area Mountain Bike Association (MAMBA). “The rock work that’s gone into the black [advanced], technical sections [of this trail] is just beautiful.” Naturally occurring granite deposits aside, Joe has a lot to be enthusiastic about.

Thanks to the solid partnerships between Marinette County, MAMBA, IMBA Trail Solutions and Aaron Rogers’ nationally recognized Rock Solid Trail Contracting, LLC, the proposed 50 mile Strong Falls Trail System has gone from project kickoff, planning and design, to 10.5 miles of trails created in exactly one year. “That’s wicked fast,” said Mike Repyak, IMBA Trail Solutions’ Director of Planning and Design.

Another exciting addition to Wisconsin’s mountain bike trail systems is in process at the former Telemark Resort in Cable, next to the CAMBA system. Most known for their Nordic ski trails, the American Birkebeiner Foundation has partnered with Trek Foundation to create a new series of trails in the Telemark development. This project was detailed in the last issue of the Ride Guide magazine. The first

phase of the project has already been completed, and the Wisconsin NICA had its first high school and middle school races there in September. Three more phases will lead to over 15 miles of trails, including eight possible bike-optimized gravity runs. This relationship is a great example of how partnerships can be developed and leveraged to create new trail opportunities.

There are even more great trail construction projects happening around Wisconsin thanks to so many dedicated local mountain bike organizations. If after reading all of this you’re interested in developing more trails for your community, the first place to look is a local trail group. Ask at your local bike shop if there is a crew you can get involved with.

Your local club might want to look into IMBA’s Trail Labs. IMBA says, “Via Trail Labs, municipal leaders will understand how trails stimulate economic growth and promote community health. Our Trail Care Schools help trail crews gain a foundation in sustainable design and construction necessary to maintain their trail system.”

Repyak shared that one of the best next steps to take is to create a written mountain bike trails improvement plan for your area so that if and when money becomes available, things can move quickly. And having the plan can increase the access to funding as well. IMBA said that their Trail Accelerator Grants, used to plan out trails, have supported 72 projects, awarded 23 grants, and leveraged $345,500 to realize $7.85 million for local trails.

For more detailed information about the exciting changes happening in Wausau, be sure to listen to the Trail Eaffect podcast. You will find the episodes featuring Mike Repyak from IMBA (Dec. 27th, 2022) and Aaron Ruff from CWOCC (Jan. 3rd, 2023) entertaining, inspiring and full of useful information you can use to build your stoke to improve the trails where you ride.

Wausau isn’t the only place getting exciting new trails.

Santa Cycle Rampage 2022

Story by Jake Newborn

It feels like each year of the Santa Cycle Rampage has something about it that makes it unique from other years. There was the year it was 55 degrees and sunny. Santas have also ridden in rain years, snow years and 2022 was definitely the wind year. Despite 20 mph winds and single digit wind chills, a record 1,300 registered riders, plus a few hundred more unregistered riders, braved the weather to spread holiday joy by bike across Milwaukee last December 3rd.

This was the second year of the new start/finish point with the looped route and it is proving to be a huge success, with more children and families registered than ever before. Also new for 2022, we extended the route a few miles to make the northern halfway point at Cafe Hollander on Downer Avenue, one of the traditional starting points for the old point to point route. Hollander also provided a brief warm-up for a few hundred Santas midway through the ride, along with a chance to watch Team USA battle Netherlands.

Special thanks to all our sponsors and partners, especially Wheel and Sprocket, OnMilwaukee.com, Cafe Hollander on Downer for the welcomed warm-up, and all the other postride Santa Gathering Places around Milwaukee. This ride has become not only the largest Santa Cycle rampage in the world,

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but also a key fundraiser supporting our work to educate and encourage more people to go by bike.

Funds support key initiatives like Mobile Bike Repair in both Milwaukee and Madison and our advocacy work, both local to Milwaukee and statewide. Riders are now coming to Milwaukee from all over Wisconsin and neighboring states to be a part of the original and largest Rampage. The 2023 Milwaukee Rampage will again be on the first Saturday in December, which is the 2nd. Make sure to invite some friends to join you.

For our friends across the state who may not be able to make it to Milwaukee, we were happy to again support a Madison Rampage. The 2022 Madison Rampage was less windy, but a touch more snowy and wet. About 200 riders showed up at eleven meeting locations to gather at Library Mall and slow roll through downtown Madison. Between the two rides over $50,000 was raised, which will be used to match grants and support youth and family-based education and encouragement programs in Milwaukee and Dane Counties. Next year Madison’s Rampage will be Saturday, December 9th.

A special HO HO HO to some of the other Santa Cycle Rampages popping up around the state and beyond our border. For 2022, Eau Claire and West Bend both hosted Santa Cycle Rampages that benefit cycling in our state. Santa’s helpers in Eau Claire had a great turnout for a first year event. The Bike Fed’s Executive Director Kirsten Finn pedaled along at the Santa Ramp Up, an event that is making spirits bright in West Bend and collecting donations for GEARS (Glacial Edge Area Riding Society) to improve mountain biking in Washington County. Even Ft. Atkinson got in on a little magic for a first year event in the downtown alongside a food truck and art festival.

Each year we continue to hear about rides in new places. Milwaukee expats and past ride visitors have started Rampages in the Twin Cities; Rochester, MN; Boston, MA, and we even connected with a new Santa Cycle Rampage in the south of England this year. May the miracle of the Rampage continue and expand to make spirits bright and spread bike joy to the world!

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CYCLING WITHOUT AGE

Growing in 2023!

By Michelle Bachaus

Wrapping up the last year of the Bike Fed’s Cycling Without Age program in two pages feels like trying to pour Lake Michigan into a pint jar. We have made so much progress, it is hard to sum it up in a short story like this. But first and foremost, when I think about the CWA program, my heart warms knowing it has brought countless smiles to so many people in Wisconsin, and all over the world. I hear the joy in pilots sharing stories which almost always include, “You should do this!”

This first year of Cycling Without Age as an official Bike Fed Program came to fruition thanks to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and a three year Civil Money Penalties Grant. With this support, we focused on making it easier for skilled nursing facilities to confidently start a Cycling Without Age program. The program started in 2012 in Copenhagen and has spread to 52 countries around the world.

The Bike Fed’s eight years of experience with CWA were pooled with resources from experts at some of Wisconsin’s rapidly growing and strongest CWA programs. We built a website that includes links to everything from the forms needed to complete manuals, all in a step by step guide. These resources are available for everyone.

In 2022, we brought the Bike Fed’s trishaw to over 50 events, from Luck to LaCrosse to Lake Mills and Little Chute. At an amazing 102 years old, our oldest passenger shared stories as we rolled. Many sang and others quietly enjoyed their first experience on a new trail. We worked with people in 45 cities and 28 of Wisconsin’s 72 counties. We trained over 100 pilots and educated over 100,000 drivers by sharing the road with a smile and a wave. Our affinity for this program helped us with

writing grants, one which funded an entire community program for a year, including the trishaw! We wrapped up with helping our 2023 communities get their wheels rolling.

The emotion associated with Cycling Without Age reaches beyond passengers to families, friends and people sharing the road. Even those lining the streets at parades wave back to a CWA passenger who may have otherwise missed the parade altogether.

What will 2023 bring for Cycling Without Age with the Bike Fed?

• Help establish additional Skilled Nursing Facilities programs, with the assistance of the DHS funding

• Two staff educators and Train the Trainer classes to help cover the state on a more frequent schedule

• Additional resources, templates and links on our website

• Online information sessions to answer questions and help network statewide.

• Offer assistance building community programs through ADRCs, bike share equity, tourism, transportation requests, and community Park and Rec programs, to name a few!

Thank you to those who inquired and shared interest in expanding the program!

The Bike Fed has many opportunities for you to be part of Cycling Without Age and we agree with our pilots “You should do this!” Please reach out to learn more, with questions or to get involved.

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Placemaking Parklets Improve Safety and Benefits Small Businesses

Story by Marybeth McGinnis

In 2022, one of the highlights of the MilWALKee Walks pedestrian safety program was the creation of a mobile wooden parklet that can be put next to the curb in a parking lane or extra travel lane to expand outdoor seating for businesses. Parklets also create a sense of place and have a traffic calming effect by reducing speeding and passing in the right lane. MilWALKee Walks program staff worked with several City of Milwaukee Business Improvement Districts and community organizations to hire local artist Christopher Brooks to design and build the wooden parklet.

MilWALKee Walks is a Bike Fed program focused on educating Milwaukee residents about the importance of driving with caution and yielding to pedestrians, while encouraging more people to follow the rules of the road.

MilWALKee Walks is funded through a grant from the Wisconsin Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Safety.

The grant focuses on Milwaukee due to the city’s high pedestrian crash rate. Like many other cities, pedestrian crashes in Milwaukee disproportionately impact Black residents, in large part due to the city’s racial segregation.

To address this issue, MilWALKee Walks staff and Culture Ambassadors engage with community partners and volunteers to reduce crash rates and make it safer to get around the city.

In September, we moved the mobile parklet to

the intersection of South 16th Street and West Forest Home Avenue. We worked with the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works MultiModal Department to close the slip lane leading into the intersection. Slip lanes, or channelized right turn lanes, allow motor vehicles to bypass the stop at multilane intersections to improve through traffic speeds.

While these bypass lanes do allow motor vehicles to move through an intersection faster than if they have to come to a complete stop before turning, they create real hazards for people trying to cross at the intersection. They are an example of traffic engineering that emphasizes moving as many motor vehicles down the road as possible, rather than balancing the needs of motorized traffic with pedestrian traffic. They have their place, but are not a good idea in densely populated city business districts with lots of foot traffic.

For instance, the high traffic volume intersection of S 16th and Forest Home has many wide motor vehicle lanes converging

with little or no buffer zone between the motor vehicle lanes and the narrow sidewalks. The intersection has a gas station, auto parts store, bus stops and serves a densely populated neighborhood with many other businesses on every other nearby arterial street. The sidewalk network and crosswalks are critical transportation routes that these businesses depend on as well, to ensure adults and children can catch the bus, visit a friend, go to a store, go to school, etc.

To close the lane, the DPW installed heavy planters and the Bike Fed provided heavy plastic barricades. Community partners at Muskego Way Forward and Sixteenth Street Community Health Center used the slip lane closure to continue their efforts to activate an adjacent vacant city lot. The parklet added comfortable seating.

Local artist Yesi Pérez painted a mural in the slip lane to honor those who have lost their lives to traffic violence. According to the artist, the mural “... is meant to honor the prominent Latinx culture found in the South Side of Milwaukee. In Indigenous cultures, specifically in reference to the Aztec culture, it is believed that the hummingbird serves as a symbol of rebirth, a reincarnation of fallen warriors, and despite its size, shows great strength and power through its life. The design depicts femme-identifying People of Color, who remain powerful in the face of adver-

sity. We hope this mural brings life and vibrancy to our community, and can inspire growth, resilience, and change.”

Our staff conducted preand post- slip lane closure traffic studies of average speed and the percentage of motor vehicles yielding to pedestrians at the crosswalk. Closing the lane reduced cases of extreme speeding and improved yield compliance rates. The staff in the City’s Multimodal Unit continues to take what we learned from the 16th and Forest Home project and apply it to other intersections with high pedestrian crash rates across the city. For example, the slip lane at the intersection of South Layton Boulevard and West Pierce Street is newly closed and will soon feature a new bike share (Bublr) station.

For 2023, the Bike Fed’s MilWALKee Walks program staff is excited to continue to do education and outreach about pedestrian safety, while exploring more traffic calming infrastructure options as solutions to safety problems. We look forward to working with City staff and community partners across Milwaukee to bring our targeted crosswalk safety demonstrations, guidance and enthusiasm for walking to their neighborhoods.

“the mural ‘...is meant to honor the prominent Latinx culture found in the South Side of Milwaukee.’”

By Michael Anderson

The number of children walking and biking to school has seen a sharp decline since the 1960’s. In Milwaukee, this decline is particularly acute given that the favored policy available to address the gross inequities faced by communities of color has long been school choice and busing. In this Covid-19 era, the situation has become even more extreme, with many parents opting out of busing and choosing to drive children to schools, leading to school zone congestion and dangerous conditions for those choosing active transportation.

Additionally, the motor vehicle-centric design of roads has created a hostile environment, making it more dangerous and difficult for children to explore their own neighborhoods. To address these safety issues, the Bike Fed and the City of Milwaukee have been partnering on Safe Routes to School infrastructure projects since 2019. Over the past four years, this effort has evolved into a curriculum that helps kids better communicate their traffic safety concerns and provides them with the tools they need to collaborate with City transportation engineers and planners on streets designed with the safety of people who walk and bike in mind.

To date, 400 students have participated with planners from the City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works, Milwaukee Public Schools faculty, and the Bike Fed in the City of Milwaukee’s first Child-Friendly Cities MKE program.

The Child-Friendly Cities MKE program provides these young scholars with an in-class platform for civic participation and the opportunity to become urban planners for safer design of the streets around their school. Catering to both families and students, the Child-Friendly Cities MKE program is an art, design, and civic-based educational curriculum that is tied to state learning standards. The program reaches a broad cross-section of MPS students ages 9-13 from marginalized communities. Lessons include: junior urbanism, budgeting, community mapping, and urban design.

These topics enable four teams in each class to develop a traffic safety engineering plan. The plans include recommendations for engineering solutions to traffic safety concerns on the neighborhood streets to create safer routes to school for the students in each group. These engineering solutions in-

clude traffic circles, enhanced crosswalks, curb extensions, and speed bumps. The four traffic safety plans are then reviewed by the City staff and students vote on a final preferred plan.

So far, Child-Friendly Cities MKE has focused on local infrastructure projects around each school where the program is taught. However, to build a city where children feel safe walking and bicycling, we need to build a safe street network for all the places kids go, such as parks, libraries, and the neighborhood corner store.

In an interview with Bloomberg CityLab website, Alexandra Lange, author of The Design of Childhood, suggests that the main fix to make cities more child-friendly is street safety. “It doesn’t matter how many things you have for families or how nice playgrounds are if kids can’t get to them safely on their own. That limits how much time they can spend and how much independence they have in exploring their neighborhood.”

A report on the Child Friendly Cities MKE program progress to date, including case studies and the most recent lesson plans, will be available on the Bike Fed website in Spring of 2023. This report is an important step in our efforts to expand the Child Friendly Cities program beyond our existing Milwaukee Public Schools Safe Routes to School initiatives, increase the number of schools where we can offer the program, and expand the scope of infrastructure safety improvements to build out a wider safe street network.

For most students, this is the first time they are being exposed to career paths in urban design and public policy. The program is engaging for children because it provides an actual budget and real-world learning experience. If you, your child’s school, or your business want to be part of inspiring the next generation of traffic engineers with support for the expansion of our Child Friendly Cities MKE program, contact me at the Bike Fed.

Walking and Biking Forward in Dane County

by Caitlin Hussey

With both feet and two wheels on the ground again in Dane County, the Bike Fed moved our core programs forward, made progress building partnerships and grew our events in 2022. All of our programming and events are rooted in education, engagement and encouragement; thanks largely to our incredible school and community partnerships, (the Bike Fed’s Safe Routes to School programs, Adventure Bike Camps, Mobile Bike Repair, UW Football game-day Bike Corral, and Santa Cycle Rampage ride), our programs expanded and improved existing connections. We are energized to keep the momentum going in 2023!

As Covid-19 restrictions eased in spring and fall, we were invited back into classrooms to lead pedestrian and bicycle safety courses. The Bike Fed’s own curricula, Walking Wisdom and Bike Driver’s Education, designed for grades K-3 and 4-8, respectively, gave Dane County students the opportunity to gain knowledge and hands-on experience about personal safety, the rules of the road, reading bike maps, picking safe routes, and the advantages of using walking and biking as a means of transportation.

From March to November of 2022, we led over 400 kids on bikes in our after school bike clubs, summer camps and inschool bike safety lessons. We reached nearly 200 students through Walking Wisdom, concluding each course with a class walk in the school neighborhood with students exclaiming, “Everyone is a pedestrian!” Outside of the classroom setting, we coordinated and supported Walking School Bus programs and walking celebrations to encourage kids and families to choose active transportation to school and beyond.

Among the many memorable moments, some highlights include: rolling with guest riders such as teachers, city traffic engineers, transportation planners, and then Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes; getting to know students while walking and rolling; and discussing their unique active transportation experiences. Best of all was witnessing dozens of kids bike farther than they ever thought they were capable of, and seeing their realization that they are now in better control of their transportation.

Bike Fed staff members and our partners were also able to engage more with the greater Dane County community through our Mobile Bike Repair program. Sites around Madison and Fitchburg were selected based on their proximity to public repair stands, also referred to as Fixit Stations. Everyone from the neighborhood was welcome to attend and learn how to make simple repairs to their own bikes using the tools at the station. Additionally, 82 kids and adults fixed their bikes alongside volunteer mechanics from Dream Bikes and Wheels For Winners. Countless more engaged with Bike Fed staff and volunteers to chat about riding routes and safety tips, receive bike accessories, get fit for helmets, and ride bikes on temporary bike obstacle courses. Keep an eye out for Mobile Bike Repair events starting in Spring 2023!

UW Football season is also Bike Corral season! We were pleased to provide the best free game-day parking for 236 cyclists last season. Some super fans even rolled in on custom painted Bucky Badger bikes! Look for us on home game days next fall under the red tent on the Southwest Commuter Path between Randall Ave. and Monroe Street. The Santa Cycle Rampage closed out our year of programs with a spectacularly festive, family-friendly, slow roll through downtown Madison. Over 200 registrants helped us raise $2,800 for Dane County Safe Routes to School programs! A huge thanks to Trek for support and event day treats, and to all the bike shops and bike-friendly businesses that hosted group ride meeting spots. We can’t wait to ride with you in holiday costumes again in December, 2023!

Looking ahead to 2023, we are already working hard to strengthen existing programs and partnerships, as well as expand programming to more communities in Dane County. Please reach out to get your school and community involved. Together, we can make biking and walking better for everyone!

2022 ANNUAL REPORT

Program Manager

Jake Newborn

Program Coordinator

Anthony Rafael Casagrande

Youth Mechanics

Lamar Kelly

Jalesa Young

275+ BIKES REPAIRED AND 75+ FIXED BIKES GIVEN AWAY!

We had yet another successful year of training youth to help the Milwaukee community. One of our youth mechanics returned for his second summer with the mobile team, and we hired a teen Leader in Training from the PEAK Initiative who built upon her participation in National Interscholastic Cycling Association racing to learn and practice mechanic skills. Our partners at Milwaukee Recreation (MKEREC), COA, and Neighborhood House helped us provide safe spaces to provide repair services at 8 park sites, totaling over 35 days of active programming. Additionally, we returned to 8 Milwaukee Public Library branches, further expanding our footprint.

We had yet another successful year of training youth to help the Milwaukee community. One of our youth mechanics returned for his second summer with the mobile team, and we hired a teen Leader in Training from the PEAK Initiative who built upon her participation in National Interscholastic Cycling Association racing to learn and practice mechanic skills. Our partners at Milwaukee Recreation (MKEREC), COA, and Neighborhood House helped us provide safe spaces to provide repair services at 8 park sites, totaling over 35 days of active programming. Additionally, we returned to 8 Milwaukee Public Library branches, further expanding our footprint.

We also continued to support bike rides with Nearby Nature Milwaukee, Northwest Side Community Development Corporation, Westlawn Gardens, and the Mayor's Office, and this year saw a large collaborative bike giveaway with Dreambikes, Riverworks, and Riverwest 24. Over 100 volunteers participated and learned basic bike repair skills under the supervision of trained mechanics to fix up over 75 bikes to be given away.

We also continued to support bike rides with Nearby Nature Milwaukee, Northwest Side Community Development Corporation, Westlawn Gardens, and the Mayor’s Office, and this year saw a large collaborative bike giveaway with Dreambikes, Riverworks, and Riverwest 24. Over 100 volunteers participated and learned basic bike repair skills under the supervision of trained mechanics to fix up over 75 bikes to be given away.

Our busiest sites were those where we had the strongest ties and partners. At Franklin Square, we have regular contact with neighbors year round at the Bike Fed’s Valid Bike Shop in North Division High School. At Walker Square, we maintain relationships with Sixteenth Street Community Health Center, who can target those who would benefit from a bike to maintain or build an active lifestyle. At Moody Park, our youth mechanic resides nearby, and our other neighborhood partners held overlapping events to bring out the community. The bike repair stand at PEAK Initiative in Tiefenthaler Park was further activated during a “Community Camp” that engaged residents of the Near West Side surrounding the park with free recreational and educational activities.

Our busiest sites were those where we had the strongest ties and partners. At Franklin Square, we have regular contact with neighbors year round at the Bike Fed's Valid Bike Shop in North Division High School. At Walker Square, we maintain relationships with Sixteenth Street Community Health Center, who can target those who would benefit from a bike to maintain or build an active lifestyle. At Moody Park, our youth mechanic resides nearby, and our other neighborhood partners held overlapping events to bring out the community. The bike repair stand at PEAK Initiative in Tiefenthaler Park was further activated during a "Community Camp" that engaged residents of the Near West Side surrounding the park with free recreational and educational activities.

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One of the most noticeable effects of our ongoing efforts this summer was at Tiefenthaler Park. In fact, so many young people were coming to use the stand and space that a system was devised to handle the landfill, scrap metal, and spare parts generated in the process!

While cleaning up the tools and supplies that had resided at the community center over the summer, a group of young people around the park approached us with questions. Although we were not technically there to assist with repairs, it would likely have been the last opportunity for them to have any questions answered. They walked us over to the repair stand, along with their bikes. Together, we walked through a quick diagnostic multiple times until they knew what to look for and roughly how to use the tools at hand to fix any critical issues. The spare parts also came in handy, as we advised them on how to identify salvageable parts, as well as how to install them. If one of them did not understand fully, others stepped in to educate and perform the necessary repairs. Parts from one of their bikes were scavenged to fix up a better bike that had been abandoned in the scrap pile, and everyone was able to go home with a working bike that day!

One of the most noticeable effects of our ongoing efforts this summer was at Tiefenthaler Park. In fact, so many young people were coming to use the stand and space that a system was devised to handle the landfill, scrap metal, and spare parts generated in the process! While cleaning up the tools and supplies that had resided at the community center over the summer, a group of young people around the park approached us with questions. Although we were not technically there to assist with repairs, it would likely have been the last opportunity for them to have any questions answered. They walked us over to the repair stand, along with their bikes. Together, we walked through a quick diagnostic multiple times until they knew what to look for and roughly how to use the tools at hand to fix any critical issues. The spare parts also came in handy, as we advised them on how to identify salvageable parts, as well as how to install them. If one of them did not understand fully, others stepped in to educate and perform the necessary repairs. Parts from one of their bikes were scavenged to fix up a better bike that had been abandoned in the scrap pile, and everyone was able to go home with a working bike that day!

Jean was one of the first youth mechanics in our program over 8 years ago, and he has recently started working for the Bike Fed as a Bike and Walk Instructor. He now teaches skills and strategies to Milwaukee Public School students to help them safely navigate city streets either on the sidewalk or while riding a bike on the road. Milwaukee PBS recently spoke to Jean about our Valid Bike Shop and how working with the MBR program has helped him realize his own American Dreams.

Jean was one of the first youth mechanics in our program over 8 years ago, and he has recently started working for the Bike Fed as a Bike and Walk Instructor. He now teaches skills and strategies to Milwaukee Public School students to help them safely navigate city streets either on the sidewalk or while riding a bike on the road. Milwaukee PBS recently spoke to Jean about our Valid Bike Shop and how working with the MBR program has helped him realize his own American Dreams.

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Madison Mobile Bike Repair program brings bilingual bike safety education and mechanical training to repair stands located around the city. In prior years we partnered with Madison Community Foundation to have 6 repair stands installed in underserved communities. Recent efforts now focus on activating those repair stands and use them as a hub for training and engagement with the surrounding residents and community members.

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At Lussier Community Education Center, a couple kids were curious about the pump on the bike repair stand and how to use it. We helped the kids learn how to attach the pump to the valve on their tube and use all their muscles to pump air. The kids took turns to help pump each other’s tires when they needed breaks. They were so proud that they could do it themselves.

At one of our repair stands at Western Hills Park, we asked a kid if he biked to school. He said he wanted to but couldn’t because he didn’t have a lock to keep his bike safe. Thanks to support from Quality Bicycle Products we were able to give him a lock, show him how to set his combination and how to lock his bike up properly on a bike rack.

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2022 was the inaugural year for Green Bay’s first Mobile Bike Repair program, a partnership between Green Bay Bicycle Collective and the city Parks Department and sponsored by Wisconsin Bike Fed. Announced during the area’s largest fundraiser in February and making an appearance at community rides in May, the Mobile Bike Repair program garnered community excitement and support early on in the cycling season.

Green Bay Bicycle Collective officially launched the program in June, visiting 8 parks throughout the summer to provide bike repair services to area residents. Partnering with Green Bay Parks Department, we created a schedule of Mobile Bike Repair visits to help ensure residents could access our services close to home. The Parks Department

ANNUAL REPORT

Program Manager

Heather Gentry

Program Coordinator

Mark Woosencraft Mechanics

Heather Gentry, Mark Woosencraft, Mike Johnson, Glenn Schmidt

55 BIKES REPAIRED 9+ LOCATIONS VISITED

promoted the program amongst area youth (our primary group) to help expand our reach.

Our most popular locations (over 10 bikes repaired at each) were Astor, Fisk, and Leicht Parks, which are situated in Green Bay’s downtown and near underserved communities. All Mobile Bike Repair participants were under 18. We saw an influx of participants when Mobile Bike Repair coincided with other family-centered events at the area parks.

We also provided Mobile Bike Repair support at cycling events such as the BayCare Century as well as those we hosted, for a total of 15 days of active programming. Nearly all our bike mechanics participated—meaning a total of 7 volunteers of various ages and backgrounds were able to connect with area youth, teach basic bike repair skills, raise awareness of our organization, and most importantly, help over 55 residents get back on working bikes.

DEMOGRAPHICS & DATA

SITES SERVED

More than 10 bikes repaired

While we were unfortunately unable to collect participant data this year, we chose Mobile Bike Repair sites located in high-need areas and targeted participants ages 6-18. Over 1,000 children in the Green Bay Area School District attend a community funded afterschool program every day at a high-poverty school (also made possible by 21st Century Community Learning Centers); many of those schools and neighborhoods are in close proximity to the parks we visited, including Tank Elementary, Danz Elementary, Lincoln Elementary, and others.

Students in these neighborhoods show significant percentages of limited English proficiency (Tank 24%, Danz 58%, and Lincoln 8%) and special education eligibility (Tank: 17%, Danz 14%, Lincoln 18%), according to data from UW-Green Bay. Our aim in working within these neighborhoods was to reach some of our target demographics of underserved populations, primarily low-income Green Bay residents.

LOOKING AHEAD

Next year, we plan to again work closely with the Parks Department to schedule more Mobile Bike Repair visits. We’re in the process of securing funding for another set of tools—we found a single set to be limiting in the number of bikes we could repair at one stop. We’re also planning several Mobile Bike Repair “pop-ups” along heavily trafficked areas to help raise awareness of the program and increase our reach in 2023. Finally, we hope to locate volunteers who’d like to serve as youth mechanics in Mobile Bike Repair next season and target locations other high-need school districts.

We look forward to another year of helping make bicycling more accessible in the Green Bay area!

STORIES

It’s hard to pin down a single most memorable moment from this summer, but being in our first year, we didn’t know how the program would be received. Most often, area youth brought their bikes for basic repair: sticky brakes, rusty or broken chains, flat tires, missing parts. To us, the best part of the program was seeing each of the kids’ faces light up when their bike was working again—and even better than before.

One resident came to us on a bike with no brakes and a stiff chain. Her bicycle was operational, but unsafe and clunky to ride. Volunteer mechanics and board members Heather and Mark got to work installing new brakes and getting the chain in working order—and it was a process. Finding brakes that would work with the wheel width was challenging, and the chain took a long time to clean. But, after almost an hour of repair time, the bike was ready, and the girl was grinning from ear to ear.

“I’m so happy to finally have a bike that works! And now it even has brakes!” she said.

Standing Rocks Park

Offering 24-miles of mountain biking and fat tire trails, a mix of single track and flow trails for beginners to experts.

Thrills on Two Wheels

in the Stevens Point Area

Green Circle Trail

Popular 27-mile scenic trail, winding through forests, wetlands, and along rivers, connecting to even more trails.

Tomorrow River Trail

Bike the popular railsto-trails limestone trail, that offers 28-miles to explore, riding through the rural landscape.

Road Biking

Find your perfect biking route, exploring the paved and quiet rural roads throughout the Stevens Point Area.

Schmeeckle Reserve

This 280-acre nature reserve offers over 5 miles of trails to explore, and serves as the Green Circle Trailhead.

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WORS IS BACK

FOR A 31 ST SEASON!

Get ready to hit the trail, have some fun, and test your racing mettle. It’s never too early to start daydreaming about the pre-race campouts, friendly rivalries, and awesome courses to come.

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PRESENTED BY

2023 WORS SCHEDULE

Iola Bump N Jump May 6–7

Englewood Open May 20–21

Battle of CamRock June 3–4

Ora Trails Fest June 17–18

Colectivo Coffee Classic July 8–9

Trek Red Barn (State Champs!) July 22–23

Refo Ramble August 5–6

Mt Morris Challenge August 19–20

Treadfest

August 26–27

GROCERY

“We’re grateful to be biz members of the WI Bike Fed over the last year. The resources, advocacy, and programming they provide is a great fit for our bike-supportive and local, whole-foods grocery.”

~ Trevor Roark, Board of Directors Stevens Point Area Co-op

CAFE

“Cafe Wren is a trailside oasis that serves real good food and drink to cyclists on the Gandy Dancer State Trail. Our business is committed to helping the WI Bike Fed move bicycling forward, even in this rural area of Northwest WI.”

~Stephanie Lundeen, Owner Wren Cafe - Luck, WI

HEALTH CARE

“The Bike Fed is a great supporter of giving seniors continued opportunities to ride solo or in trishaws. Cycling is such a great way to stay physically and mentally active.”

~Mike Rohrkaste, Executive Director Fox Valley Memory Project - Neenah, WI

BIKE SHOP

“WBF allows my contributions, along with those of others, to be multiplied many fold towards the goal of encouraging cycling, in its many uses, to be as safe and accessible as possible. WBF has the connections and time that I do not.”

~Art

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION

“Evergreen Credit Union is proud to be a member of the Wisconsin Bike Federation. The Bike Federation helps to keep bicycling safe, accessible, and equitable, which we believe in. As a financial institution, ECU strives to be environmentally responsible and encourages members to use alternative modes of transportation. We value having a branch right off the Friendship Trail and love seeing community members stop by our bike fix-it stations too (available at both branches).”

~ Evergreen Credit Union Neenah & Appleton, WI

EVENT

“Event planners, sponsors, host communities, and racers rely on safe roads, ample trails and pathways to both recreate and train on, as well as laws that protect them when they are on their bikes! The WI Bike Fed is hard at work every day of the week, locally and in Madison, ensuring a voice for all that cycling is about.”

COMMUNITY

“The Bike Fed will prove to be an enormous resource for providing assistance in reviewing our existing bike and pedestrian safety conditions, while also offering guidance on implementing improvements. The organization will assist with public education efforts and events.”

~John Edlebeck,

Director of Public Works

Whitefish Bay, WI

SCHOOL

“As a parent, I want my kids to bike and walk to school. And as an environmental educator, I know that one of the biggest sources of traffic and pollution every morning & afternoon is from school drop-off and pick-up in cars. The Bike Fed has the experience & resources to help families, schools, and communities imagine a safe, fun, green way to make the trip!”

~ Jason Brozek - Appleton, WI

RESTAURANT

“We believe there is no better way to explore the world than getting a little lost on a bike. The camaraderie in the bicycling community is unlike any other. We are excited for the opportunity to support the Bike Fed in growing the community and bicycling advocacy throughout the state.”

~Trevor Nackers, Director of Marketing Lowlands Group - Milwaukee, WI

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~Bill Koch, KwikTrip Tour of America’s Dairyland

ONLINE INSPIRATION

Wisconsin Cycling Websites, Channels and Podcasts

Below we share some Wisconsin podcasts, websites, and YouTube channels that might inspire you to ride more, find yourself on a startline, explore a new trail, take on a new adventure or just reflect on a life behind (handle) bars. Not listed, but it goes without saying that you should start with wisconsinbikefed.org!

Brian Davis Races YouTube Channel and Instagram instagram.com/briandavisraces

Brian Davis records his cyclocross, road, and fat bike races with a GoPro, adds commentary while editing, and then shares the pretty well-produced videos with the goal of lowering the learning curve for bicycle road racing. He has a good sense of humor and is an experienced racer, so his videos are both informative and fun to watch. Brian also makes Follow Hollow Alpaca socks and Fix It Sticks, but his videos are not about pushing product.

The Dusty Dutchman Youtube Channel and Instagram instagram.com/the_dusty_dutchman

Jonathan Hague, AKA The Dusty Dutchman, and his buddy Erin Fruit Punch Brannon produce really well done, informative and funny videos about their adventures mountain and fat biking around Wisconsin and elsewhere. Because they are knowledgeable, skilled riders with a great sense of humor and creative videographers, their well-edited short videos are becoming a Wisconsin favorite.

Dose of Fat” are a slightly irreverent but expert look at news and happenings in the world of fat bikes. Bike and product reviews, interviews, travel news, and bikepacking are all part of the show!

Full Spectrum Cycling Podcast fullspectrumcycling.com

Greg “Sven” Smith launched the “Full Spectrum Cycling” podcast with the goal of trying to showcase a wide variety of Wisconsin and midwest cycling, the folks who ride, the places they go, the experiences they have, and the gear that makes their journey possible.

Life Above Eight website

lifeaboveeight.com

“Seeley” Dave Schlabowske started this new website as an outlet for his creativity after he retired from the Bike Fed and moved to the Wisconsin Northwoods. His site includes stories, photos, and videos about his exploits on the bike and off in the greater Seeley “metropolitan” area. His site also contains curated RideWithGPS maps of bikepacking, mountain bike, and gravel routes.

Trail EAffect Podcast

traileaffectpodcast.com

Trails build community and communities build trails. What came first you may ask… Host Josh Blüm digs into the stories of how trails effect and affect the people and places we call home and those we might like to call home.

The Nxrth website

thenxrth.com

Josh Rizzo of Eau Claire launched The Nxrth.com for the 2022 New Year. His site has a focus on gravel, fat biking, bikepacking, and accessible adventures in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. It now includes gravel guides and Fat bike and gravel event calendars.

Shane Hitz Biking Adventures

shanehitzadventures.wordpress.com

Shane works with the Iron Bull events in Wausau and creates some extremely well-documented and researched routes for bikepacking, gravel, and MTB in the greater Wausau area. He also maintains the North Central Wisconsin Gravel and Bikepacking Facebook page.

Silent Sports Magazine

Silentsportsmagazine.com

Fat-Bike.com’s

Fat Bike Radio’s

Weekly Dose of Fat fat-bike.com/category/radio

Gary “Gomez” Lake is an early adopter of fat bikes and OG podcasters. His website and podcasts “Fat Bike Radio Weekly

This venerable print publication continues to publish great cycling stories and share inspiring videos on the magazine website. Silent Sports magazine was founded in July, 1984 by Greg Marr to provide regional information on adventure racing, bicycling, paddling, skiing, and pretty much all non motorized aerobic activities. Readers are sure to find a story that puts something on the bucket list every issue.

REGIONAL UPDATES

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Chippewa Valley

By Jeremy Gragert

The Chippewa Valley region, which includes communities like Eau Claire, Altoona, Chippewa Falls, and Menomonie, is a great place to ride a bike, and last year had no shortage of new ways to enjoy riding in our urban and rural areas.

• The Chippewa Valley Girls Cycling Club formed and is the first club in the area specifically for women riders. They already have a lot of great regular group rides, and you can expect to see them at rides across the state in 2023.

• Volume One Magazine hosted the first official Santa Cycle Rampage in Eau Claire back in December 2022, which will become an annual event to support the Bike Fed and other local bike advocacy organizations like the Chippewa Off Road Bicycle Association (CORBA Trails) and Bike Chippewa Valley.

• CORBA Trails has also been working with the City of Eau Claire to develop a new mountain biking trail system in the City Wells on the city’s north side off Riverview Drive, and is the recipient of a $7,500 matching grant from IMBA’s Trail Accelerator Grant program.

• Several new recreational trails in Eau Claire are expected to be completed on the city’s west side in the summer of 2023, including the Half Moon Lake Trail along a former railroad corridor, and a trail connecting Rod and Gun Park to Carson Park.

When you visit the area, make sure to pick up a copy of the Chippewa Valley Bike Map, which recommends trails and onstreet bike routes in the region, and can be found as a PDF online at: bikechippewavalley.com/cvbikemap

Fitchburg

By Steve Arnold

The former Fitchburg Cycles became the newest Wheel & Sprocket location last summer. To celebrate, W&S presented a new public repair stand and bike parking to the city. It was installed in Southdale Park, in an underserved neighborhood attached from the former Town of Madison in October. There are now nine public repair stands in Fitchburg.

Bike Fitchburg and the Fitchburg Chamber Visitor + Business Bureau jointly reached out to businesses in 2022 to increase their support for biking, with impressive results. The number of stores honoring Bicycle Benefits helmet stickers increased to seven. Bike Fitchburg’s on-going survey now tallies more than 1800 bike parking spaces in the city. Bicycle Friendly Businesses increased from two to thirteen, including Platinum Wheel & Sprocket and Bike Fitchburg, Gold Griessmeyer Law, and Silver Race Day Events, KL Engineering, and the Fitchburg Chamber Visitors + Business Bureau.

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Find your original experience

In 2022 the Madison BCycle bike share system expanded to Fitchburg. Business sponsors and the city funded phase one, with seven stations and fifty electric bikes. The city received a federal Transportation Alternatives grant for phase 2, funding stations in northern residential neighborhoods that need more community investment and where commercial sponsorship is unlikely. Supply chain problems with e-bikes delayed the planed August installation, but phase one should be up and running when the system opens in March 2023.

Bike Fitchburg’s vision for signs and promotion of 36 miles of the city’s multi-use path network as the “Fitchburg Greenway System” got a boost in the form of an AARP Wisconsin grant. The signs have been designed and will be installed at two intersections on the Fish Hatchery Greenway this spring to demonstrate how the system can be built out.

Fitchburg’s future plans include a possible upgrade in the city’s Bicycle Friendly Community status (currently Silver), with an application submitted for the February 2023 deadline, and budgeting in 2023 for an update to the city’s 2017 Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan, to be completed in 2024.

HIT THE TRAILS

From historic neighborhoods to rivers, lakes, and downtowns, there’s so much to explore when you ride your way through the Fox Cities. Looking for the best water views? Try Loop the Lake to circle Little Lake Butte des Morts or High Cliff State Park for panoramic views of Lake Winnebago.

Fox Cities

By Jason Brozek

Up in the Fox Cities, we’re embracing the waterfront, connecting communities, and making strides to improve the outdoor experience for everyone in the Fox River Valley.

In Appleton, a new path in Ellen Kort Peace Park - named after Wisconsin’s first Poet Laureate - traces a bend of the Fox River and fills a critical link in the city’s string of waterfront green space. In Neenah, a new trail along Lake Winnebago brings riders, runners, walkers and rollers out to the historic Kimberly Point lighthouse. And in Little Chute, local volunteers are laying singletrack MTB trails right at the confluence of the Island Park Trail and the new Nelson Family Heritage Crossing that spans the river. It’s a terrific addition to the other pockets of urban mountain biking throughout the Fox Cities, including some favorites at Woodland Prairie Park in Fox Crossing, Riverview Gardens in Appleton, and Prairie Hill Park in Grand Chute.

Expanding active recreational and transportation connections between communities in the Fox Valley is one of the goals of Outagamie County’s Bicycle & Pedestrian Master Plan, which should be completed by July 2023. The current network of off-street paths and bike lanes connect cities, towns and villages with a combined population of over 150,000, and one of the plan’s goals is to expand and improve the network for more convenient and safer riding throughout and between the Fox Cities. Another exciting project in development is a connection from the Fox Cities to High Cliff State Park on the east shore of Lake Winnebago. Under the direction of East Central Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission and with support from the Dave and Rita Nelson Family Fund,

For more original experiences, visit FoxCities.org/originals

this planned route would directly connect the Fox Cities with Harrison, Sherwood, and one of Wisconsin’s state park gems. There’s more work to do in order to ensure that these opportunities are welcoming for all members of the Fox Cities. A recent project by Kyle Armstrong, Engagement Coordinator for the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, explored the question of who feels less welcome in outdoor spaces and how we can address it. In Kyle’s words, “People right here in our Fox Cities are missing out on the cultural connections, soul-rejuvenating joy, and numerous health benefits of being outdoors. Hmong people are still dealing with the racist fallout of the Chai Vang incident and Covid-19; Hispanic people lack resources in their native language and are scolded for speaking Spanish in public; Black people worry about having police called on them for something as innocent as barbecuing; and gay couples fear harassment for holding hands.” His Inclusion in the Outdoors presentation was featured at the Imagine Fox Cities Strive to Thrive Week and the Fox Cities Greenways Annual Meeting.

La Crosse

By Christopher Stindt

La Crosse is really rolling forward, pun intended, for cyclists. The road scene continues to flourish with group rides happening almost daily during warmer months. The Facebook group ‘La Crosse Rides’ is a great place to keep up with different impromptu and group rides, with every type of ride happening. On the event front, the Outdoor Recreation Alliance (ORA Trails) is putting on the La Crosse Omnium for its 10th year. Racers are treated to a lung busting time trial up the one of the most scenic overlooks in the Midwest, a beautiful and challenging road race, plus a downtown criterium that runs along the Mississippi River and under the newly renovated La Crosse Center. La Crosse is also home to the start of the Ride Across Wisconsin, the JDRF Ride to Cure, and many more local organized rides. Or just get out and explore the area by bike on your own. There are many road routes with hundreds of miles of the best riding in the state.

On the gravel side, riders can enjoy hundreds of miles of rails to trails, including work on the Flyway trail which will connect up to Winona. And the gravel road riding remains exceptional a stone’s throw across the Mississippi, and south toward Vernon County. Low traffic, high climbs, and unrivaled scenery await the gravel cyclist.

Mountain Bike trail development continues as ORA Trails has revamped most of the original Human Powered Trails in Upper Hixon, including the downhill Galaxy trails. The dust has started to settle on the new(ish) Gateway Trails and reviews are 5-star all the way. In 2023 the WORS series is returning to La Crosse, and will be adding an enduro and short track race. The full weekend of riding, racing and spectating is sure to have something for every dirt lover. Other fun includes a monthly summer short track series by Smith’s Bikes, and ORA

Trails Women’s Mountain Bike Weekend in June. The final update is that ORA Trails is pursuing a new land purchase of over 200 acres, with plans to develop a trails farm. Stay tuned for future updates!

ORA has also been grooming fat bike trails, making La Crosse a year round cycling destination. We look forward to riding with you soon!

Madison

By Harald Kliems

Madison Bikes is very lucky to have a number of board members and super volunteers on city committees and even on the city council. We also have a number of really good city staff who commute by bike year around. That means we don’t have to explain the need for bike facilities to serve all ages and abilities.

But even with people who already get it in those key positions, we still need our friends, volunteers, and those who care about bicycling to testify, write emails, and otherwise speak up for improving bicycling in the community. We are very proud to have almost 4,500 members on Facebook, and more than 1,100 email subscribers receive our Monday newsletter to keep up with local events and issues. These communication channels allow us to both inform and empower our friends and allies when issues arise or opportunities are available to provide input for future projects.

In 2022, an impressive number of important initiatives and policies have been passed by the City of Madison, including the Vision Zero Plan, Safe Streets Madison, and Complete and Green Streets. Each of these contributes to rethinking how public right of way is allocated, what changes to the roads are needed to make them safer and more equitable, and which modes of travel are prioritized.

In addition to our advocacy work, Madison Bikes once again celebrated biking during Madison Bike Week. We partnered with the city, local businesses, and other regional bike groups to put on an amazing Bike Week. And because biking is a yearround activity, we also celebrate International Winter Bike Day in February!

This year we continue to work towards a city where anyone can ride a bicycle conveniently and comfortably to any place in the city and neighboring communities year round. There is still a lot of work to do to see this vision realized, but we are excited to tackle it – together with you!

By David K. Williams

tered in the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee. We began the new year with a broad discussion of where we need to head next to improve bicycling opportunities.

We came to that discussion with the glow of knowing our Bronze Level status had been renewed as a Bicycle Friendly City. We had hopes of moving that to Silver status, but clearly have more work to do in a variety of areas.

Our committee is considering what other partners we may engage in bicycle planning to reach beyond the city limits. As a city of 17,000, we sit on the edge of some exceptional terrain for biking. The Sadistic Century ride held here each August, brings legions of riders eager to tackle one of three routes, all which originate, here in the City of Menomonie. How do we safely lead riders out of the city and safely through our backroads? How can we work with surrounding townships to promote bicycle infrastructure projects in their jurisdictions?

We are considering how to improve bicycling education, both for youth of the community, but also the motoring public. And the issue of equity in biking was prompted by our Bicycle Friendly City review.

We are reaching out to UW-Stout, which is a Bicycle Friendly University, to surrounding townships, to our Chamber’s Tourism officials, to businesses which can benefit from bicycle tourism, to government officials, the active mountain biking group and other interested individuals.

We aren’t yet sure what format these efforts will take, but thinking ahead this way has generated a renewed vigor among our committee members.

One event this year, our family-oriented Menomin Meander, an August 19th ride around our 8 1/2 mile Lake Menomin Loop, will have a new focus with a helmet distribution program, made possible through our Health Dunn Right community health initiative, and thanks to a local foundation’s grant. There’s a new sense of possibility here in Menomonie and Dunn County!

Rock County

By Rick Barder and Dean Paynter

Rock County continues to grow its trail system, becoming a destination for cyclists of all types. In 2022 the Peace Trail connecting Beloit and Janesville was paved, providing a pleasant, flat, smooth and scenic bike ride with views of the Rock River and Bass Creek before it joins Beloit’s Big Hill Park and even more scenic vistas from high above the Rock River.

The City of Janesville continues to enhance its ‘bike friendly’ status with miles of new bike lanes as city streets are resurfaced. Janesville’s 35 miles of paved trail will increase by two miles when the Fischer Creek Trail project is finished on the west side.

For mountain bikers, The Janesville Velo Club will be adding to its 8 mile Rockport Park mountain bike trail system with a

$10 23 Oak Leaf Discovery Tour Visit parkpeoplemke.org to download your Oak Leaf Discovery Tour passport and uncover everything the trail has to offer! You could win prizes, too! Proceeds benefit future trail enhancements.

35-acre project in Palmer Park. The Palmer Park project is in its fundraising and design phase, and expect the first loop and an intermediate flow trail to be constructed in 2023.

Follow the Peace Trail to Beloit where the Rock Trail Coalition, Rock County and the City of Beloit have been approved for a TAP grant to finish the Peace Trail connection into the City of Beloit. This project will be completed in 2025.

Beloit added almost 2 miles of new trail in 2022 connecting to the Gateway Park industrial site. Beloit also received a RAISE grant to build two miles of new trails taking folks to Ho-Chunk casino on the east side.

Beloit is a great cycling destination with miles of connections to city and county trails to ride during the day, and fine restaurants and lodging downtown for fun in the evening.

Join us on Saturday, May 20 for Friends of Rock County Parks Bike Tour. Come again on Sunday, July 23 for a cycling extravaganza. Rock Trail Coalition is offering its third annual Peace Trail Time Trial in conjunction with a Pedal the Peace Trail bike tour.

Explore the Oak Leaf Trail! park-people_quarter_page_spring2023.indd 1 1/27/23 11:21 AM OVER 50 MILES OF PAVED TRAILS Bike the "Heart of Vilas County" Designated Wisconsin National Recreation Trail Call 715-543-2024 or visit LodgeMW.com to plan your trip!

Come to Rock County. Watch us grow. Ride our trails. Enjoy our hospitality. The Rock Trail Coalition has been the leader in cycle infrastructure for 30 years.

Vilas County

By Jeff Currie

Vilas County has it all with more to come! Our county officials seem to have a growing awareness of all the good things offered by the breadth of bike riding opportunities up here! That’s part of the good news for Vilas bike trail groups as well as for residents and visitors who know and appreciate what a biking paradise our county is.

One of the biggest developments at the county level is the plan to bring the Cycling Without Age program to both Vilas and Oneida counties in 2023. The Aging and Disabilities Resource Centers in Vilas and Oneida have purchased trishaws and trailers and have spread the word about CWA among school personnel and people at senior residences in the Rhinelander and Eagle River area. Your Boat Club, with bike shops in Minocqua and Eagle River, has agreed to provide storage and maintenance for the trishaws. The next step is to train a corps of volunteer trishaw pilots so the program can be rolled out this spring and summer.

There are may other exciting improvements for area recreational trails and mountain biking to celebrate:

• In the Boulder Junction portion of the Heart of Vilas System, groundbreaking for Phase 1 of the 14-mile North Creek Loop happened in November and construction is expected to be completed this summer.

will continue improvements and expansions system wide. A new downhill will open by early June as well as a complete makeover of the pump track and skills park at the main trailhead.

• The Lake Area Mountain Biking Organization (LAMBO) continues work on two new mountain biking venues, Musky Mountain near Sayner and Lake of the Hills in Eagle River. In the Minocqua area, LAMBO is continuing to improve the Zip Trail, as well as maintaining the Raven as an old school technical single track trail.

• The River Trail Commission and its nonprofit partner Great Headwaters Trails will be working this year with property owners to establish the corridor for the River Trail in the Town of Lincoln and its neighbor, Eagle River. The aim is to provide the many residents and businesses at the eastern end of the trail with the most accessible and beneficial amenity for walking and biking. Overall the River Trail will extend the Heart of Vilas System by 10 miles making a connection from the Heart of Vilas” current terminus in St Germain to Riverview Park in Eagle River. Finally, two excellent teams of engineering students from UW-Platteville brought an additional resource to Vilas County’s bike-ped development this fall. The eight seniors developed thorough conceptual plans, complete with cost estimates, to provide starting points for solving trail issues in Conover and Eagle River.

The Conover team produced plans for a two-mile extension that would connect a beach and county RV park at Torch Lake to the 11-mile Conover-Phelps Trail. The Eagle River team considered ways to help people walking and biking cross busy STH 45 at the snowmobile crossing north of Wall Street. Currently pedestrians, bike riders and people in ATV’s and UTV’s all use the unmarked crossing in the summer. Downtown Eagle River and all municipal and county offices are on the east side of STH 45. On the west side of the highway are Riverview Park with its playground and popular pickle ball courts and the fairgrounds where the county fair and Cranberry Fest are held.

The City of Eagle River has expressed great interest in pursuing the students’ plan for the STH 45 crossing. It is not yet clear how the county and the Town of Conover want to proceed with the plans for the Torch Lake connection.

There is a lot going on in Vilas County! For more information, contact Jeff Currie, executive director of Great Headwaters Trails, at ghtrails@gmail.com or 715-617-0080.

The Waushara County cycling community has grown quickly in the last few years, the people are fun and welcoming, so come and join us! You can find us by joining the Waushara Social Cycling and Fitness Facebook page, we have a wide variety of cycling groups. From beginner rides to fast paceline groups, and everything in between, there’s a place for you here. Throughout the year there will be a variety of pop up rides along with scheduled group rides. There is even several non-biking activities happening as well, snowshoeing, ice skating, running, kayaking etc.

There are 10 official bike routes that cover the entire county. You’ll go through small quaint towns and villages, roll through Amish country and see our amazing county parks along the way. You can find the bike route booklets at www.wausharacountypublichealth.com and new this year, we now have links to our routes for Strava as well.

Nordic Mountain ski area in Mt Morris has nine miles of summer mountain bike trails and three miles of winter groomed fat tire bike trails using only the lower Willow Creek area. Find out more on the trails at the Waushara Area Mountain Bike Association (WAMBA) Facebook page.

Join us on June 24th, 2023 for the 4th annual Paul Walker 103, an informal and self-supported ride, held rain or shine. The PW103 starts in Wautoma in the parking lot behind the Two20 Taphouse at 8am. You can find the event on Waushara Social Cycling and Fitness Facebook Page.

EXPLORE WAUSHARA COUNTY AND BIKE WITH US!

West Bend

By Craig Walker

Biking around the Bend: Cycling is alive and well in West Bend on and off road.

The City of West Bend Public Works Department recently installed a new bike route loop throughout the city. The initiative, presented and sponsored by Bike Friendly West Bend, offers a signed route that links residential neighborhoods with schools, businesses, and numerous city parks and trails.

The Eisenbahn State Trail continues to be a popular multiuse trail for families and fitness enthusiasts. This 25-mile, county-operated trail extends from the historic city of West Bend into the scenic countryside of eastern Wisconsin past the glacial landscape of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. Built on a former railroad corridor, this trail offers a mix of gravel and paved surfaces

Waushara County

By Jennifer Pulvermacher

Whether you’re an off-road bike enthusiast, a road bike aficionado or a beginner cyclist, Waushara County is the place to be.

For the mountain bike enthusiasts, West Bend boasts 12 miles of trails in and around Glacial Blue Hills City Park. These trails are maintained by the Glacial Edge Area Riding Society (GEARS), a 501c3 working closely with the City to improve mountain biking and maintain groomed fat bike trails for winter riding. Stay tuned for a second mountain biking park in West Bend being developed in 2023-2024. Ride on!

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

AAA Wisconsin, Madison

Evergreen Credit Union, Neenah

Full Spectrum Solar, Madison

Google, Madison

Green Bicycle Co, Sheboygan

Hupy and Abraham, Milwaukee

ISG, Green Bay

Janesville Morning Rotary, Janesville

Lake Effect Human Resource and Law, Madison

Law Offices of Clayton Griessmeyer, Fitchburg

Mikkelson Builders, Mequon RENEW Wisconsin, Madison

Score Realty, Appleton

Spencer Real Estate Group, Middleton

Start Line Services, Cable Workshop Architects, Inc, Milwaukee

Businesses, Communities, Advocacy Groups and Bike Shops can join the WI Bike Fed as Members

BIKE CLUBS - ADVOCACY

Big Ring Flyers, Hudson

Bike Fitchburg, Fitchburg

Free Bikes 4 Kids Madison, Inc., Madison

Friends of Capital Springs Recreation Area, Madison

Great Headwaters Trails, Eagle River

Green Bay Bicycle Collective, Green Bay

Green Lake Greenways, Inc, Green Lake

Neillsville Improvement Corporation, Neillsville

Oneida County Hiking, Biking Trails Council, Inc., Rhinelander

ORA Trails, LaCrosse

Shawano Pathways/Bike The Barn Quilts, Shawano

The Andy Nowak Foundation Inc, Casco

Watertown Share the Road, Watertown

BIKE CLUBS - RIDING

Bay Shore Bicycle Club, Green Bay

Bay View Bicycle Club Inc, Milwaukee

Bicycle Club of Lake County, Libertyville, IL

Bombay Bicycle Club, Madison

Cadence Cycling Milwaukee, Milwaukee

Capital Brewery Bike Club, Middleton

Couples on Wheels Tandem Club, Inc, Tomahawk

Cream City Cycle Club, Milwaukee

CZ Velo/Cafe de Arts Cycling Team, Waukesha

Door County Silent Sports Alliance, Sturgeon Bay

Heartland Bike Club, Stevens Point

Kenosha Velosport Cycling, Kenosha

MadCity Velo Club, Verona

Stoton Cycle Club, Stoughton

Team Wisconsin Cycling Club, Wauwatosa

TreadHead Cycling, Lake Geneva Valley Girls, Altoona

Wausau Wheelers Bicycle Club, Wausau

Wheeling Wheelmen, Buffalo Grove

Wisconsin Women Cycling, Cedarburg

Benefits of membership are designed to help you grow bike culture, keep your people safe and healthy, improve your measureable results of budget and carbon neutrality goals:

• Art for signs and billboards

• Encouragement for short trips by bike

• Education for Drivers/Children/Ride Leaders

• Evaluation and assistance for planning bike friendly spaces

• Help with your Bike Friendly Community and/or Bike Friendly Business application

Be Seen. Be Heard. Be Connected. Join the WI Bike Fed.

BIKE SHOPS - RETAIL

2 Rivers Bicycle & Outdoor, Fort Atkinson

Allis Bike & Fitness, West Allis

Appleton Bicycle Shop, Appleton

Art Doyle’s Spokes and Pedals, Hudson

Bay City Cycles, Ashland

Bicycle Doctor Nordic Ski Shop, Dousman

Bicycle Works LLC, Sheboygan Falls

Bikes N Boards, Rhinelander

BJ’s Sportshop Inc and Your Boat Club, Minocqua

Budget Bicycle - 1230 Regent, Madison

Cranked Bike Studio, Neenah

ERIK’S Bike Board Ski- Bloomington, MN

Expedition Supply, Hartford

Machinery Row Bicycles, Madison

Moboevo, Oconomowoc

New Moon Ski & Bike Shop, Hayward

Pedal Moraine, West Bend

Pete’s Garage, Green Bay

Riverbrook Bike & Ski, Hayward

Smith’s Bike Shop, La Crosse

Stadium Bike East, Bellevue

Stadium Bike West, Green Bay

The Bike Hub, De Pere

The Cargo Bike Shop, Madison

Tosa Bike Garage, Wauwatosa

Trail This Bicycle Shop, Mount Horeb

Trek Bicycle Store, Sheboygan

Trek Bicycle Store, Stevens Point

Trek Bicycle Store, Wausau

VeloCity Cycling, Pewaukee

Velofix of Southern Wisconsin, Madison

Wheel & Sprocket - all locations

Wolf Cycle and Fitness, Sheboygan

Wrench & Roll Collective, La Crosse

Your Boat Club, Eagle River

TOURISM

Antigo/Langlade Chamber of Commerce

City of Delafield Promotional & Tourism Council

Fort Atkinson Chamber of Commerce

Green Lake Chamber of Commerce

Downtown Madison Inc, Madison Brady Street BID#11, Milwaukee

Destination Door County, Sturgeon Bay Whitewater Tourism Council

HOSPITALITY

Edgewater Inn, Eagle River

CAFE/RESTAURANT

Avant Cycling Cafe, Lake Geneva

Cafe Wren, Luck

Friendship Circle Cafe, Fox Point Lowlands Group, Milwaukee

Sugar & Flour Bakery Cafe, Greendale

FOOD MANUFACTURING/ GROCERY

Embark Maple, Viroqua

Stevens Point Area Co-op, Stevens Point Wisconsin Cheese Mart, Milwaukee

BIKE EVENTS

American Cancer Society (North Region), Madison Arthritis Foundation, Madison Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Milwaukee Midwest Cycling Series LLC., Milwaukee

National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA) Respiratory Health Association, Chicago

Membership for Individuals and Households

Questions? Contact your membership team at 414-626-1540 or

RETAIL

MANUFACTURING

Ellis Cycles, Franklin

Follow Hollow, Appleton

Madrax / Graber Manufacturing, Waunakee

Milwaukee Timber Designs, Brown Deer

Pacific Cycle, Madison

Saris Cycling Group, Madison

The Creeky Wheel at Silver Creek, Clayton Tonik Cycling, Palo Alto, CA

Trek Bicycle Corporation, Waterloo

CARE CENTERS

Community Light Elder Network, Madison

Neighborhood House Community Center, Madison

The Nurturing Nook, Fox Point

MEDICAL

BayCare Clinic, LLP, Green Bay

Bodyworx Precision Massage, Hartland

Fox Valley Memory Project, Neenah

Rock River Community Clinic, Whitewater

RSVP of Dane County, Madison

MUNICIPALITY

Village of Cottage Grove

Village of McFarland

City of Menasha

City of Stoughton

City of West Allis

Village of Whitefish Bay

City of Wisconsin Rapids

Moondeer & Friends Gallery, Manitowish Waters

WISCONSIN BICYCLING EVENTS

get outdoors and explore the local area! Participants will be challenged to log 150 miles from May-September, 2023. (We’re on the honor system!) You can keep track of you miles on your own using any method that works for you. You could use an app like Strava or an excel file, or whatever is easiest for you! Registrants will be entered into several drawings and eligible to win fabulous prizes from local businesses!

La Crosse Omnium, May 5 - May 7, All Day, Road Race, www.bikereg.com/la-crosse-omnium, 9203795197, christopherstindt@gmail.com

An epic three-stage battle for bike racing supremacy on May 5th - May 7th, 2023. A famous time trial up Bliss Road, a beautiful road race in the driftless, and a downtown criterium, with over $7000 in cash and prizes! The La Crosse Omnium is an event benefitting ORA Trails.

WORS - Iola Bump N Jump, May 6 - May 7, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

Hugh Jass Fat Bike Series, Mar 31 - Nov 1, All Day, MTB Race, https://hughjass.bike/#home-race, 2627511660, ethan. grapatin@wheelandsprocket.com

Join Hugh Jass and the team for another amazing fall/ winter season of riding and racing through the woods of SE Wisconsin. This 5-part series explores the most fun places to ride fat bikes along with a party atmosphere that makes you wish every weekend is a Hugh Jass weekend.

Kenosha Velosport Battle on the Border Crit Race, Apr 23, 8:30 am - 4:00 pm, Road Race, https://www.kvcycling. com/, 2622373131, Kvcycling@gmail.com

We offer a race experience for new and experienced riders, plus juniors and masters. Location is in the Kenosha Business Park.

Cheesehead Roubaix XII, Apr 29, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm., Newburg Fireman’s Park, Newburg, WI, Gravel Rides & Races, www.facebook.com/events/2406371319517699, 4148404734, dlhanrahan@yahoo.com

Inspired by Spring Classics like Paris-Roubaix and the Tour of Flanders, Cheesehead Roubaix is a 63-mile ride that features almost 10 miles of dirt and gravel. The ride will test your fitness with rough road conditions and about 2,000 feet of climbing. Cedar Creek Outdoors will provide technical support and a mid-ride rest stop in Belgium WI. The ride is free, but please consider making a voluntary contribution to the Newburg Fire Department to show your appreciation for the use of its facility. Donations will be accepted at the concessions stand before and after the ride. Please register on the Facebook event page and follow the link to the document repository to download your cuesheet and GPS data file.

Bike The 'Burg Challenge, May 1 - Sep 30, 12:00 am, Community Events, https://bike-the-burg. constantcontactsites.com, 6082888284, katherine@ fitchburgchamber.com

The Bike the 'Burg Challenge is a great way to get moving,

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Take a Ride 2023, May 13, 8:30 am - 1:30 pm, Central Waters Brewing Company, Amherst, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, capservices.org/event/takearide23, eolson@ capmail.org

Join CAP staff, clients, and bicycling enthusiasts at Central Waters Brewing Company for loops of 10, 30, and 50 miles. Paid registrants will receive sag support, water/snack stations, Central Waters Brewing Company beverage chip, and a Take a Ride t-shirt.

OutWiGo Green, May 13, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Bicycling Education, Community Events, dnr.wisconsin.gov/topic/parks/ outwigo, taylar.foster@wisconsin.gov

Join Wisconsin State Parks & friends for a day of adventure, learning and celebrating in the great outdoors. This handson day of learning and exploring is an all-ages, all-abilities, no-experience-necessary event to break down barriers to outdoor recreation. OutWiGo Green provides opportunities for engaging in new-to-you recreation activities and learning about conservation – “green” in all senses of the word!

From group hikes, mountain biking skills and guided rides, paddling, camping, trail running, orienteering, birding, rock climbing, insect identification, nature crafts, guest speakers and more, this day of fun is fit for all types of OutWiGoGetters! Bring friends & family or fly solo.

Tuesday Night at Washington Park Velodrome, May 16 - Aug 29, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Washington Park Velodrome, Kenosha, WI, Road Race, Community Events, www. kenoshavelodromeracing.com/, 2629452507, chris.riva333@ gmail.com

Tuesday Night at the Washington Park Velodrome, in Kenosha, WI is the place to be on Tuesday Nights. It is TRACK RACING at it's best. Licensed riders from age 9 and up are grouped in age and ability levels. Spectators can cheer on their favorite racers, FREE from "the hill" as these athletes race over 35 mph on the 28-degree corner banked track.

Looking to try the track?? The velodrome has track bikes for rent!!

Women's CAMBA Weekend MTB Clinic North, May 19 - May 21, All Day, MTB Race, Community Events, Family Fun Ride, cambatrails.org/events-clinics/, 715-492-0979, bjackson@cambatrails.org

Join us for the 2023 CAMBA’s Women’s Mountain Bike Weekend North at the Mt. Ashwabay Trails overlooking Chequamegon Bay and Apostle Islands. Open to all identifying as women, all skill levels are welcome. Instruction provided by regional certified coaches experienced in teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced riders of all ages who want to gain confidence on their bikes & improve their skills. Beginning riders will learn basic bike handling skills for single-track riding, while advanced riders will expand their knowledge on the challenging Mt. Ashwabay trails. All participants will receive swag, breakfast and coffee each morning, Saturday & Sunday lunch, and snacks.

WORS - Englewood Open, May 20 - May 21, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Friends of Rock County Parks Bicycle Tour, May 20, 7:00 am - 2:00 pm, Turtle Creek Parkway, Tiffany, WI, Family Fun Ride, runsignup.com/Race/WI/Tiffany/ FriendsofRockCountyParksBicycleTour, 414-350-4935, cplange@att.net

This year's ride tours up to six county parks in the southeast portion of Rock County. Starts and ends at Turtle Creek Parkway County Park, home of the famous Five-Arch bridge. Routes from 4 to 40 miles. Emergency SAG support. Register using Run Sign Up. Price increase after April 15.

Pancake Time Trial, May 20, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Wausau, WI, Merrill, WI, Road Race, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

A mostly-flat TT with a free-for-racers pancake breakfast post-event. Hosted by Wisport. A great way to open the road racing season and prep for summer triathlons!

Ride the Keweenaw: Adventure Mine Group Ride, May 26, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Adventure Mine, Greenland, MI, Community Events, copperharbortrails.org/event/ride-thekeweenaw, nathan@copperharbortrails.org

Ride through a historic copper mine for the first ride of Ride the Keweenaw! Co-hosted by the Southern Keweenaw Trails and Adventure Mine, this ride will take mountain bikers through the caverns of this late-1800s copper mine in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Learn about bats on a totally unique ride experience. Headlamps and helmets are a must. Bonus rides explore the rugged and challenging mountain bike trails on the surface.

Ride the Keweenaw: Michigan Tech Group Ride, May 27, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Community Events, copperharbortrails.org/event/ride-the-keweenaw, nathan@

copperharbortrails.org

Come explore the Michigan Tech trails with us on our second guided group ride of Ride the Keweenaw! Local ride leaders will introduce you to the varied trails found at this local recreational resource. We'll split into groups depending on ride style and difficulty level. This is a family-friendly event, with trails ranging from gentle beginner/intermediate trails to chunky and jumpy advanced trails. Meet at the main trailhead on Sharon Avenue.

Ride the Keweenaw: Swedetown Group Ride, May 27, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm, Community Events, copperharbortrails. org/event/ride-the-keweenaw, nathan@copperharbortrails. org

Soak up the fun on this family-friendly group ride at the Swedetown Trails in Calumet! This is our final group ride for Ride the Keweenaw 2023. Local ride leaders will introduce you to the varied trails found at this local recreational resource. We'll split into groups depending on ride style and difficulty level. Ride lengths will also depend on who shows up, usually around 1-1.5 hours in length. Meet at the main trailhead and chalet just outside of Calumet. Light snacks may be served afterwards!

Chippewa Valley Century Ride, May 28, All Day, Northern Wisconsin State Fairgrounds, Chippewa Falls, WI, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, www.cvcride.org/, 6087640113, cvcride.questions@gmail.com

Our courses includes a 35, 50, 75, or 100 mile option all on blacktop roads. The entry fee covers 4 rest stops, water stops, support vehicles and a meal featuring brats, soda and Leinenkugel's beer. Riders can register and check in from 7am-10am and immediately start the Ride

Ride the Keweenaw: Enduro, May 28, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Copper Harbor Trails, Copper Harbor, MI, Community Events, copperharbortrails.org/event/ride-the-keweenaw, nathan@copperharbortrails.org

The first Lake Superior Gravity Series Enduro of 2023 kicks off in the morning with two-stage Sport and three-stage Expert classes. Space will be limited, so register early once the full details are released! Following our last day of riding, we'll gather up in the park for the unveiling of our latest batch of stellar ArtBike posters.

Old World Wisconsin, Jun 2 - Jun 9, All Day, www. pedalacrosswisconsin.com/Rides.html, 8473094740, kennethjgoldman@yahoo.com

Cycle America's "Little Switzerland," tour Frank Lloyd Wright’s Taliesin, enjoy Kettle Moraine Whitewater Lakes Recreational area and the heart of our nation’s Dairyland. Loop tour through some of Wisconsin’s most scenic and historic areas. All paved backroads, Sag support, food stops & a few group dinners. A great way to begin your cycling season! 7 Day Hotel Tour: $995. Hosted by Pedal Across Wisconsin, celebrating our 39th season!

The Roll Out, Jun 2, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Rushmor Records, Milwaukee, WI, Community Events, Family Fun Ride, www. bvgn.org/gallery-night-milwaukee/, 414-481-6040, jake. newborn@wisconsinbikefed.org

The Roll Out is a free and family-friendly, bicycle based, build your own ride exploration of Bay View's popular gallery night. You will create art and participate in fun activities and afterwards join back up for food, prizes, and a dance party. For information contact at Bill 414-481-6040.

WORS - Battle of CamRock, Jun 3 - Jun 4, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

DISCOVER A TWO-WHEEL WONDERLAND

With countless trails winding through gorgeous natural scenery, Delafield is the perfect biking destination. Rent a bike or bring your own, and join us this season in a cycler’s paradise.

(888) 294-1082 // VisitDelafield.org

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Green Lake 100 Bike Ride, Jun 3, 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, Community Events, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, greenlake100.com/, 920-294-3231, info@visitgreenlake.com

Join us for the beautiful Green Lake 100 Bike Ride on Saturday, June 3, 2023! If bicyclists are looking for a challenging, yet fun ride featuring numerous routes of scenic beauty throughout the area, they need to look no further than the sixth annual Green Lake 100. This event offers several routes, from 23, 40, 67 to 100 miles through Green Lake County’s vibrant communities.

BayCare Clinic Century Bayshore to Lakeshore, Jun 3, 7:00 am - 5:00 pm, BayCare Clinic Corporate Headquarters, Green Bay, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, www. baycare.net/century/, 9203011337, amatic@baycare.net

The fifth BayCare Clinic Century Bayshore to Lakeshore bicycle tour offers 100-, 60-, 30- and 15-mile options. No matter your age or skill level, we’ll have an adventure tailored for you to enjoy. The BayCare Clinic Century Bayshore to Lakeshore tour is sponsored by and benefits the BayCare Clinic Foundation as part of the BayCare Clinic Bikes fitness and wellness initiative. BayCare Clinic Bikes promotes bicycling as a healthy, family-friendly activity. Efforts are aimed toward increasing bicycling and advocating for bicycling safety throughout northeastern Wisconsin.

The Birky Challenge Memorial Ride For The Fallen, Jun 3, 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, Holy Family Community Church, Fond du Lac, WI, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, www. birkychallenge.com, 2623058278, wiridersput@gmail.com, The Birky Challenge Memorial Ride for the Fallen is a bicycle ride to honor the service and sacrifice of fallen Fond du Lac Officer Craig Birkholz (badge #67) and all Wisconsin fallen officers who died in the line of duty. There are 3 routes to choose from: 20, 40 and 67 miles. All routes start and finish at Holy Family Community Church in Fond du Lac. All routes are on paved roadways (no off-road riding). A portion of the proceeds benefit local charities and 2 law enforcement charities; the Police Unity Tour and Law Enforcement United. Arlington 500, Jun 4, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, Fremont Center Intermediate School, Mundelein, IL, Community Events, cyclearlington.com/500, 8473738079, bicyclegary@gmail. com

The Arlington 500 is a recreational bike ride on scenic roads in Lake County, Illinois. You have the option of doing a 25, 42, 51, or 70 mile (500 furlongs) route. The ride draws hundreds of riders to the Northwest Chicago Suburbs.

UPAF Ride for the Arts, presented by Miller Lite, Jun 4, 7:00 am - 12:00 pm, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, events. upaf.org/event/2023-upaf-ride-for-the-arts-presented-bymiller-lite/e408728, 4143065536, mhupfer@upaf.org

Your only chance to Bike the Hoan! New 20-Mile Closed Hoan Loop Course has expanded north on Lincoln Memorial Drive and continues to utilize I-794 from Downtown Milwaukee to Cudahy and back again! Completely closed to vehicle

traffic in both directions and free of traffic lights, the Ride is uniquely safe and smooth for all ages and abilities! Kids 12 and under ride FREE! The Start and Finish Line Party at the Summerfest grounds will feature performances from many extraordinary local artists. The Ride raises vital funding for 47 performing arts organizations energizing, educating and connecting people throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

Bike MS: Great Lakes West Michigan Breakaway, Jun 10 - Jun 11, All Day, Charity Ride, mssociety.donordrive.com/ index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1481, 262 744 6089, katrina.rye@nmss.org

Cycle through the charming small towns of West Michigan including Saugatuck, one of the best beach towns in America, with spectacular views of Lake Michigan and enjoy rest stops at local wineries. Feel the extraordinary support and excitement throughout your two-day journey as we come together to reach our goal - a world free of MS.

Trek 100, Jun 10, All Day, Trek Headquarters, Waterloo, WI, Charity Ride, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/trek100/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

The Trek 100 began as a humble charity ride to raise funds for childhood cancer research. But over the years, it has grown into something so much bigger. This is our open invitation to join us at Trek’s global headquarters for a beautiful ride with a few thousand friends.

OLLO Time Trial, Jun 10, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Naugart, St. Paul Lutheran Church, Athens, WI, Road Race, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

A potentially different course from the OFFO time trial of years past, hosted by Wisport--road construction depending. Please see Wisport Website for any updates on venue changes. Course will be 16-24 miles, depending, and have a kids version.

Grand Illinois Bike Tour (GIBT), Jun 11 - Jun 16, All Day, Kewaunee, IL, Community Events, Charity Ride, rideillinois. org/events/2023-grand-illinois-bike-tour/, (630) 216-9282, info@rideillinois.org

Join Ride Illinois for the 20th annual Grand Illinois Bike Tour (GIBT)! Our 2023 loop will tour northwest Illinois including the Mississippi River and the Quad Cities with overnights in Moline (2 nights), Savanna (1 night), Rock Falls (2 nights). Choose daily mileage options for a total of 210-375 miles, consisting of quiet rural roads and paved trails around Kewanee, the Quad Cities, following the Mississippi River to Savanna and then to Rock Falls. Pick between hotel and modified, semi-independent group camping options. Enjoy evenings with good food and socializing with riders from around the country. Proceeds benefit Ride Illinois.

Adventure Bike Day Camp - Madison, Jun 12 - Jun 16, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Madison Bicycle Center, Madison, WI, Bike Fed Rides and Events, Bicycling Education, e.givesmart. com/events/uXD/, natalie@wisconsinbikefed.org

We are excited to offer Adventure Bike Day Camp based out of the Madison Bicycle Center. Open to rising 5th and 6th grade students. Experience Madison by bike, and learn to be a safe, independent cyclist. Travel via the shared paths and on roads and expand your knowledge of Dane County’s bicycle network! Camp runs 9am-4 pm MON-FRI. Campers must know how to ride a bike and be comfortable riding and being outside all day (with rest stops). Participants should bring their own bike, helmet and pack a water bottle and lunch. More information on the website.

Tour of America's Dairyland: Janesville Town Square Gran Prix, Jun 15, 10:00 am - 8:30 pm, West Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI, Road Race, Community Events, www. tourofamericasdairyland.com/, 6082959313, stotrkdod@ gmail.com

Join the excitement in Janesville for opening day of the Tour of America's Dairyland series presented by Kwik Trip. Janesville Town Square Gran Prix presented by Blain's Farm and Fleet will take you through the downtown crossing the Rock River twice and seeing the progress since ToAD's first appearance six years ago.

Pedal On!!! - Beer Anniversary & Bike Rides, Jun 16, 4:30 pm - 9:00 pm, Community Events, Gravel Rides & Races, Family Fun Ride, www.gocurbwise.com, 715-570-1961, trevor@ gocurbwise.com

District 1 Brewing Company & curbwise LLC are celebrating the release anniversary of Pedal On!!! Come out to join us for community bike rides, food, music, beer, and FREE raffle prizes! Two bike rides to choose from: slow family-friendly local ride OR faster Green Circle Trail explorer ride. All ages event; must be 21+ to consume alcohol.

Fat Tire Tour of Milwaukee, Jun 17, All Day, Community Events, www.fattiretour.com/, 9204453720, events@ fattiretour.com

The Fat Tire Tour is an annual group bike ride that consists of 4-5 bar/brewery stops over a 6-7 hour period, covering 15-20 miles. RIDE ANY STYLE BIKE (this is not a fat bike only event). This casual-paced ride started back in 1985 when "fat tire" bikes were the beginning of mountain bikes. Each year it has a new themed with fun games, contests, prizes and shenanigans for all! What’s even more exciting is the route changes every year, AND it’s a surprise until the day of the event. Why? Because that’s just the way it is, and surprises are way better than not surprises. Hope to see you join us!

Chequamegon 100, Jun 17, All Day, MTB Race, cambatrails. org/events-clinics/, 715-492-0979, bjackson@cambatrails.org

The Chequamegon 100 is one of the Midwest’s most iconic mountain bike endurance races, including 100 mile, 65 mile, 30 mile, and new this year, a 15 mile race, all on CAMBA singletrack. The Cheq 100 was the first endurance event to be held on the great CAMBA trail system. Based on a selfsupported ethos that has gained popularity with other events, the Chequamegon 100 will continue the tradition of selfreliance that requires riders to find enough determination and grit to finish the course with minimal assistance.

WORS - Ora Trails Fest, Jun 17 - Jun 18, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Horribly Hilly Hundreds, Jun 17, 6:30 am - 7:00 pm, Charity Ride, www.friendsofbluemound.org/, 608-347-2545, greg@friendsofbluemound.org

One of the Midwest’s toughest mapped out cycling courses.

With up to 10,000 feet of ascent - this ride features some of the toughest climbs in the Driftless area! The 200K option offers 124.2 miles of riding: climb 40 significant rises, from 50’ bumps to the 910’ final climb, for a total of 10,700’ of elevation gain. The 150K route features 9,300’ of elevation gain. The 100K route has 5,700’ of elevation gain over 66.5 miles. Post-ride celebration at Blue Mound State Park, the highest point in Southern Wisconsin (1719’) includes local food, beer & music!

Lad Lake Kettle Classic, Jun 17, 7:00 am - 12:00 pm, Charity Ride, www.ladlake.org, 4144675859, BridgettBrown@ ladlake.org

Bike 15 mi, 30 mi, or 62 miles. 15 and 30 mile rides at 9 AM - 1 rest stop for the 30 mile ride. 62 (Metric Century) at 7 AM - 3 rest stops for the 62 mile ride. Barbeque lunch on Dousman Campus after the ride (W350 S1401 Waterville Road, Dousman, WI). $35 preregistration at ladlake.org. GPS CORDINATES: 43.01508, -88.44926

Tour of America's Dairyland: Giro d' Grafton, Jun 17, 11:15 am - 8:15 pm, Grafton, WI, Road Race, www. tourofamericasdairyland.com/, 2623771650, celebrate@ grafton-wi.org

The exciting six turn Giro d'Grafton course has plenty to offer all racers and spectators. The 0.85 mile criterium runs through downtown Grafton with the start/finish line being at the intersection of Beech St & Wisconsin Ave amid a crowd of fans. The course includes six fast turns with a slight uphill coming out of turn two. The finishing stretch is long and flat leading into a great final sprint. New for 2023, the Giro d'Grafton is the third stop on the American Criterium Cup. The Cup is a multiple race criterium series that elevates the stature of criterium racing in the United States.

Tour of America's Dairyland: West Allis Cheese Wheel Classic, Jun 20, All Day, Becher Street Neighborhood, West Allis, WI, Road Race, tourofamericasdairyland.com, 4143056911, cfamularo@westalliswi.gov

One of the newest legs of the Tour of America’s Dairyland once again hits the streets of West Allis! The “Cheese Wheel Classic” is brought to you by West Allis Cheese and Sausage Shoppe in partnership with the City of West Allis and presented by New Glarus. Don’t miss this chance to catch ToAD racing action, take in the Becher Street neighborhood and enjoy some of the tastiest food stops in West Allis including West Allis Cheese & Sausage Shoppe, Station No. 06, Becher Meats, Wild Roots Restaurant, The Bake Sale, Pete’s Pops, and Archies Flat Top Grill!

Tour of America's Dairyland: Mount Pleasant Momentum, Jun 21, 11:00 am - 9:00 pm, Mount Pleasant Village Campus, Mount Pleasant, WI, Road Race, Community Events, www.tourofamericasdairyland.com/schedule/, 262321-4159, cgreving@mtpleasantwi.gov

The Mount Pleasant Momentum is bringing a full day of racing and fun to the Mount Pleasant community. The course is just under one mile and is in the heart of Mount Pleasant- circling around the Village Hall, Police Department and YMCA. New this year is our revamped Campus Park that now includes a band shell, walking paths and bathrooms! Not to mention you could pick up a game of pickleball when not participating or watching great racing! Stick around for food and drinks and maybe even a trip out to North Beach to relax on the sand.

Tour of America's Dairyland: Bay View Classic, Jun 22, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm, Road Race, Community Events, bayviewneighborhood.org/Bay-View-Classic, 414-617-8973, nrouleau8995@gmail.com

The Cafe Centraal | Bay View Classic, brings some of the fastest professional bicycle racers (women and men) from

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adventurous riders can combine any or all the individual looped routes for up to 60 miles. There are rest stops on the 16 and 30 mile routes with emergency support units on all routes. Free T-shirts and post ride food and refreshments are included. Proceeds go to all charitable activities of the St. Nazianz Lions Club. More information: snoworatzky49@ gmail.com.

Washburn Wisport Challenge Time Trial and Road Race, Jun 24 - Jun 25, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Washburn, WI, Road Race, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

Join Wisport for two days of racing: NEW this year, a time trial north of town off County C (18-ish miles) on Saturday, June 24. Sunday, June 25 will be the Road Race with long and short courses. Picnic hosted at Wisport HQ Saturday afternoon. See Website for details!

Tour of America's Dairyland: Cafe Hollander Otto Wenz Downer Avenue Classic, Jun 24, 11:00 am - 8:00 pm, Road Race, downeravenue.com/events/downer-classicbike-race/, 414-585-8100, historicdowneravenue@gmail.com

Historic Downer Avenue is home to one of the most famous urban criterium courses in the country. Global in reach and extremely local in flavor, The Cafe Hollander Otto Wenz Downer Classic, hosted in partnership with the Tour of America’s Dairyland, promises to be one of the highlights of cycling in Wisconsin this summer. The full day of racing features a popular kids’ race as well as a full slate of racing all afternoon and evening. Food, beer, and family fun complement the twilight pro race that promises to bring pro teams and riders from around the world.

Escape to the North Tour, Jun 25 - Jun 29, All Day, Holiday Inn express, Hayward, WI, Family Fun Ride, aroundwisbike.com/, 7152164005, mjfilbrandt@gmail.com

The 2023 tour showcases many miles of scenic country roads. Wildlife sightings are common each day. We stay two nights at the waterfront Holiday Inn Express in Hayward, a popular tourist town. Days three and four we spend two days in the lodge at the Lakewoods Resort on Lake Namakagon in Cable, Wisconsin. There we will have the use of canoes, kayaks, paddle boards and an on-site golf course. We energize for our bicycle adventure each day with hearty restaurant breakfasts and delicious restaurant dinners. A pontoon boat ride on Wednesday gives us a historic perspective of the lake & residents.

Oshkosh Century, Jun 25, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, Oshkosh YMCA, Oshkosh, WI, Charity Ride, oshkoshymca.ejoinme.org/ MyEvents/OshkoshCentury2023/tabid/1340279/Default.aspx, 9203795308, mghalron@gmail.com

Join us for the 2nd annual Oshkosh Century bike tour. All fully supported routes start and finish at the Oshkosh YMCA. New for 2023 are a 6-mile family ride and a metric century. Choose from five routes: 6, 30, 50, 62, and 100. The routes offer a beautiful, scenic ride West & South of Oshkosh. The 100 mile route takes riders around Green Lake. The 6-mile family route is on quiet residential streets. Six rest stops along the way will include restrooms, water, food & mechanical support. All riders will receive a t-shirt and a catered meal with beverages after their ride.

Tour of America's Dairyland: Cafe Hollander Tosa Village Classic, Jun 25, 12:00 pm - 8:30 pm, Wauwatosa, WI, Road Race, www.wauwatosavillage.org/tosa-villageclassic, 2625653345, marketing@wauwatosavillage.org

The Tour of America's Dairyland finale returns to the Tosa Village on Sunday, June 25! The Cafe Hollander Tosa Village Classic features a course that winds through the charming, European-like atmosphere of the Village. Riders and

spectators can expect a full day of thrilling races and fun for the whole family, including a race for kids 12 and under.

Freedom Ride, Jul 2, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Community Events. www.bombaybicycle.org/, 9784960713, graham@ bombaybicycle.com

Celebrate Independence Day by participating in Bombay's century ride into Sauk and Columbia counties. The medium and long routes will cross the Wisconsin River on the ferry and go to Devil's Lake. The short ride goes to Crystal Lake and back. All three routes return through Lodi and the Lodi Marsh State Natural Area. A classic Bombay ride! Wear your most patriotic cycling look - red, white and blue! Please meet in the shelter at Lakeview Park.

PAC Tour: 10-day Tour of Wisconsin, Jul 8 - Jul 18, All Day, Community Events, pactour.com/wistourshillandd.html, 262-215-3773, rnhbrady@gmail.com

Ride the quiet backroads of Wisconsin through scenic dairy farms, cherry orchards, and wineries. This tour explores the Driftless Region of southwest Wisconsin as well as picturesque Door County. The Wisconsin Tour travels to different towns each night, averaging 75-90 miles per day. On a PAC Tour bicycle vacation, you can expect exceptional service and support with guides Lon Haldeman and Susan Notorangelo, who have led cycling tours for over 30 years. Starts and ends in Beloit, WI.

WORS - Colectivo Coffee Classic, Jul 8 - Jul 9, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Fitchburg Festival of Speed, Jul 8, All Day, The Agora Fitchburg, Fitchburg, WI, Road Race, Community Events, Family Fun Ride, fitchburgfestivalofspeed.com/, 6082888284, katherine@fitchburgchamber.com

The Fitchburg Festival of Speed has a little something for everyone including biking, running, live music, food, beer, and fireworks. Everyone is welcome in the morning for the Fitchburg Family Pharmacy 25 Mile Bike Ride or participate in the Andy Nelesen Donor Dash 5K Run/Walk. Stay all day for fast paced criterium action that once again plays host to some of the fastest local athletes in the Wisconsin Cycling Association State Criterium Championships. The Kwik Trip $1,000 Mile pits the fastest men and women against each other to bring home the winner takes all prize of $1,000!

KR Bike Club Annual Ride, Jul 8, 6:45 am - 3:00 pm, Kenosha County Park, Brighton Dale, Kansasville, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, www.krbikeclub.com/home, (262) 657-3229, krbikeclub@gmail.com

Kenosha/Racine Bike Club (KRBC) announces the return of its annual ride. Relocated ride start/finish is at Kenosha County's Brighton Dale Park. With several route options, one can ride from 18 to 100 miles (or more - but we hope to all go home to dinner sometime). All loops begin and end at a central location where refreshments and snacks will be available. Our annual ride seeks to profit the World Bicycle

Relief Foundation (WBR). You can learn more about the beneficiary here: https://worldbicyclerelief.org/

The Salvation Ride, Jul 8, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, King Park, Sheboygan, WI, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, www. thesalvationride.org/, 9206941271, carryejo.cony@usc. salvationarmy.org

From beautiful bluff views of Lake Michigan to sand dunes to farm fields and forest, riders experience it all. A delightful meal, finish line photos and fellowship await each riders return to King Park. We want everyone from highly experienced riders to families who might be new to biking to have a blast. That's why we offer five different route options from 10 to 100 miles. We encourage all riders to ride at their own pace and enjoy the view! Your registration fee provides a night of shelter, three meals, case management and other vital needs for a homeless neighbor.

Men's CAMBA Weekend MTB Clinic North, Jul 14 - Jul 16, All Day, Bicycling Education, cambatrails.org/eventsclinics/, 715-492-0979, bjackson@cambatrails.org

Lots of skills and riding return for the 2023 Men’s Clinic! Beginner, intermediate and advanced mountain bikers are invited to a weekend of fun on the beautiful CAMBA trails near Cable, Seeley, and Hayward Wisconsin. Learn mountain biking skills in a friendly, safe and supportive environment with certified coaches.

Breaking Away from Domestic Violence Road Race, Jul 15, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Mound View Park, Platteville, WI, Road Race, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

Come race (or tour!) for a good cause: to Break Away from Domestic Violence. A long and short course race/tour course will be available in the lovely, hilly countryside surrounding Platteville, WI. A very short family ride is also set up (about 5 miles) for those with younger kids. Food, artwork, and fellowship to support loving and safe family relationships.

Pedal Point Rally, Jul 21 - Jul 22, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm, Hostel Shoppe, Stevens Point, WI, Charity Ride, hostelshoppe. com/pages/pedal-point-rally, 715-341-4340, jessie@ hostelshoppe.com

Join us for our 4th annual Pedal Point Rally! This year’s event will be a fundraiser for the Spokes Fighting Strokes organization, whose mission is to reach every stroke survivor and show them that recovery is possible. All proceeds from the ride and registration will go to support their mission. Rides on Friday and Saturday, demos of trikes, Friday dinner and food trucks on Saturday, plus more! Visit our website for details.

WORS State Champs - Trek Red Barn, Jul 22 - Jul 23, All Day, Trek Headquarters, Waterloo, WI, MTB Race, www. trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@ trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Pedal and Party in Pardeeville with a Purpose, Jul 22, 7:00 am - 6:00 pm, Chandler Park, Pardeeville, WI, Charity Ride, pedalandparty.com/, 6082253578, kay@kaylumdesign. com

Choose from distances of 12, 32, 40 or 57 miles through rolling Amish country in & around Pardeeville Wisconsin! Entry fee includes a readable map, well marked routes, free breakfast burritos at the first rest stop, Amish bakery for a donation, and several rest stops with water, energy drink, and snacks. Finish party at Chandler Park where you can take a dip in the lake after the ride! We are working out details so see the updates on our website! We do know we will have Pie at the end! All proceeds go toward the purpose to fight Multiple Sclerosis (MS).

Pedal the Peace Rides, Jul 23, 7:00 am - 1:00 pm, Afton, WI, Road Race, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, runsignup. com/Race/WI/Afton/PedalThePeaceRides, 6084811548, srjohn82@aol.com

The Rock Trail Coalition is hosting three cycling events open to riders of all ages and abilities. Pedal the Peace 50 is a 50 mile ride with three great rest stops. Pedal the Peace Fun Ride is a family friendly leisure ride along the flat, 13 mile paved Peace Trail with rest stops. Pedal the Peace Time Trial is a 25K competitive road race. Included with registration of all three events are a t-shirt, post-ride meal, ice cream and beer. Proceeds go toward the enhancement of trails in Rock County. Many hotel options in Beloit or Janesville.

Wausau 24 Bike Race, Jul 28 - Jul 30, All Day, Nine Mile County Forest, Wausau, WI, MTB Race, wausau24.com/, 7155811022, jahnno@yahoo.com

Wausau 24 is the largest 24 hour race in the Midwest. Racers test their skill and endurance on a 13 mile lap racing solo or on a team in a 24 hour, 12 hour, or 6 hour category. The race weekend begins Friday night with a trail run offering options for a 5K, 10K or half marathon. Free on site camping, live music, free beer and an expo area make for a memorable festival weekend experience. Register today.

The Drifty, Jul 28 - Aug 5, All Day, Community Events, lost. travel/drifty, 6082145253, jake@lost.travel

The Drifty - 9th Edition. 1 week of biking, canoeing, camping, live music, and beers in the Driftless region. 7/28 - Kickoff camp at McCarthy Park includes camping, food and drink. 7/29 - Transition 1 in Sauk City. 8/02 - Transition 2 in Wyalusing. 8/05 - Finish party at Karben4 Brewery includes food, drinks and music. Free beer for yo' friends too! All biketypes and people-types welcome. Discounts for teams of 2, 4, and 6. unOrganized by Lost Travel since 2018. Get Lost, Stay Drifty.

CowaLUNGa Charity Bike Tour, Jul 29 - Jul 31, All Day, Gurnee Mills Mall, Gurnee, IL, Charity Ride, resphealth.org/ specialevents/cowalunga-charity-bike-tour/, 8475336643, smeyerhughes@resphealth.org

*New in 2023* Join us beginning on day 2 (Sunday, July 30) for a 100-mile century ride. For 27 years, Respiratory Health Association has proudly hosted CowaLUNGa Charity Bike Tour. Loyal riders like you help us continue our work toward healthy lungs and clean air. Escape the bustle for a weekend pedaling over rolling hills through northern Illinois into southern Wisconsin. You can choose either a One Day Ride (18 or 65 miles), a Two Day Ride (130 miles) or a Three Day Ride (190 miles).

Lake Ripley Ride, Jul 29, 7:00 am - 2:45 pm, Community Events, Charity Ride, www.lakeripleyride.com, 6084239727, lrumpf@cambridge.k12.wi.us

The Cambridge Lake Ripley Ride features four distances: a

family friendly 18 mile (mostly flat) route, a longer and slightly hilly 40 mile route, and a more challenging 62 mile metric century route. You will ride quiet country roads and visit Cambridge, Rockdale, Deerfield, and Lake Mills. Registration includes a shirt, map/cue sheet, scenic rest stops, sag wagon, a sandy swimming beach, and a FANTASTIC post ride celebration featuring live music, refreshments, and a tasty dinner provided by the Cambridge Lions Club. A vegetarian & gluten free option is available. Help us support the JDRF and Cambridge Community Activities Program!

Ride with Leinie, Jul 29, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Conover Town Park, Conover, WI, Community Events, ghtrails.org/, 715-8918314, ridewithleinie@gmail.com

The 12th Annual Ride with Leinie, hosted by Great Headwaters Trails, will be held in Conover, WI. Join Dick Leinenkugel for a fun-filled day of cycling in the beautiful Northwoods! Three ride options to choose from: 40-mile road ride, 20.4-mile and 10.4-mile trail ride on the Conover-Phelps Trail. Picnic lunch featuring Trig's Smokehouse Brats and Leinenkugel’s Beer tasting at Conover Town Park following the ride. Door prize and raffle drawings and more! Proceeds go toward the development and enhancement of eastern Vilas County bike trails.

Penokee Mountain Bike Races and Tours, Jul 29, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Mellen Sportsman Club, Mellen, WI, Road Race, Charity Ride, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

Back to its traditional weekend of the last Saturday in July, the Penokee Range Classic Bike Race and Tour is a favorite "North of 8." Short and long race and tour courses are available, with fabulous food provided by the Mellen Lions club volunteers post-ride. Hosted by & supporting the Mellen Chamber of Commerce, this is a fantastic long-standing cycling event. Come see what the fuss is all about!

Badfish Creek 20K/40K Time Trial, Jul 29, 9:00 am11:30 am, Rutland Township Garage, Stoughton, WI, Road Race, madcityvelo.org, 608-512-8078, wehrleysteve@gmail. com

The Badfish Creek 20K/40K Time Trial includes races for USAC/Wisconsin Cycling Association members, ABR/Mid America Time Trial Series participants, WiSport Members, Triathletes, and Open Categories. Starting and finishing points are at Center Rd and Old Stone Rd in Stoughton. The loop includes Old Stone, Danks, Old Stage, and back on Old Stone with flat sections and rolling sections. The roads are smooth and well maintained. One loop is 20K for younger athletes, older athletes and recumbent bicycles, while the two loop course is 40K for others. Enjoy this TT in the Driftless Region and Do the Fish July 29th.

Bike4Friendship, Jul 30 - Jul 31, All Day, Community Events, Charity Ride, www.teamfriendship.org/bikegreatlakes, 4147555855, lstein@fcwi.org, More details to follow...

Heroes Ride Annual Bike Tour, Aug 4 - Aug 6, All Day, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, thehighgroundheroesride.com, 715-308-4449, marketing@thehighground.us

One of Wisconsin’s largest rides to help support veterans! Every year for almost 40 years, five rides from all over the state with over 100 riders converge on The Highground Veterans Park. Formerly known as The Highground Annual Bike Tour. The Heroes Ride is the largest and longest-running annual fundraiser for The Highground. Riders plus SAG personnel join together to bolster the organization’s efforts to provide Veterans and their families support & resources to help them heal from the wounds of war. The Highground offers PTS/PTSD programs & Veterans Retreats along with the tranquility of being on the “high ground”.

WORS - Refo Ramble, Aug 5 - Aug 6, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ ludwick@trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Bike MS: Best Dam Bike Tour, Aug 5 - Aug 6, All Day, Ho-Chunk Casino Wisconsin Dells, Baraboo, WI, Charity Ride, mssociety.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive. event&eventID=1553, 262 744 6089, katrina.rye@nmss.org

Bike MS: Best Dam Bike Tour is a two-day ride experience with an all-new route for 2023 that rides through the Wisconsin Dells area. Choose from routes up to 75 miles that are fully supported with rest stops and mechanical support. On Saturday, join us for a celebration at Ho-Chunk Casino in Wisconsin Dells. Enjoy the magnificent views and connect with the local cycling community and a greater purpose as we come together to reach our goal - a world free of Multiple Sclerosis.

Dairyland Dare, Aug 5, 6:15 am - 5:00 pm, Family Fun Ride, www.dairylanddare.com/, 6083165755, mason.wiedmeyer@ racedayevents.com

Pick from 4 one-day challenges: 50K, 100K, 150K, or 200K. We welcome road and tri-bikes; e-bikes are welcome but must follow the timeline. Riders will climb through the historic streets of Mineral Point, WI, and across the scenic countryside of Iowa County (WI) along their quest to cover from 50200km before sunset. Many of Wisconsin's steepest climbs are located throughout this region. Rest stops are well-staffed and well-stocked. On-course support is ever present and mechanical support is provided at every rest stop. Post-ride party with music, laughs, and a meal that won’t leave you hungry!

Bike to the Beat, Aug 5, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, Community Events, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, biketothebeat.com/ about/, 920-993-3735, hwessley@foxcu.org

Bike to the Beat is a family-friendly bike ride. You can pedal as little as 7 miles, up to 60 miles and everything in between! Choose from one of our two starting locations: Combined Locks or De Pere. Each of the food/live music stops has a featured food item such as pizza, Dunkin’ Donuts, A&W cheese curds, or pancakes, as well as music from Mile of Music artists. At the end of the ride, enjoy a refreshing Bike to the Brew to cool off. 100% of the event proceeds support the Fox Cares Foundation www.foxcares.org.

Lions Ride for Sight, Aug 5, 7:45 am - 3:00 pm, Charity Ride, lacrosselions.org, 6083861854, amarson@centurytel.net

The Ride for Sight supports Lion Charities vision programs: vision screening in area schools, glasses for the needy, eye bank support, obtaining leader dogs, and more. There are 3 road rides (25K, 50K, and 100K) and 2 trail rides (12K and 22K). Riders receive a free t-shirt and lunch (pulled pork sandwiches, beverage, and dessert) following the ride. Sag support and rest stops are provided along the routes. Cost is $25 or bring a friend (2 for $45). Family max is $55 and children are encouraged to participate. There is also a charity

raffle & door prizes. We appreciate your support.

Free Bikes 4 Kidz Slow Roll, Aug 5, 2:00 pm - 7:00 pm, Free Bikes 4 Kidz Madison workshop, Madison, WI, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, fb4kmadison.org/news/ kristie@fb4kmadison.org

Free Bikes 4 Kidz Madison is excited to announce its inaugural Slow Roll on Saturday, August 12th, 2023! The slow rollers will roll between Nob Hill Road, Esther Beach, and Olin Park for a max of 8 miles on bike paths and bike friendly streets. This ride is free and all are welcome. Decorate your bike, wear a costume, or come as you are! After the ride, we’ll continue to socialize with a DJ, drinks, food carts, activities, and live street art.

Bluff to Bluff Road Race, Aug 6, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm, Powers Bluff County Park, Arpin, WI, Road Race, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

Come on over to Arpin, WI and the Powers Bluff park for a short or long road race. The course(s) will let you warm up on the flats, but challenge you with hills towards the end-especially the longer course; and both routes finish on the climb up the road to the park. So be prepared to "dance on the pedals"! Food/beverages post-race [TBD], with a great party environment and some cash prizes for winners!

Adventure Bike Day Camp - Madison, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm, Middleton Wheel & Sprocket, Middleton, WI, Bike Fed Rides and Events, Bicycling Education, givesmart.com/events/uXN/, natalie@wisconsinbikefed.org

We are excited to offer Adventure Bike Day Camp based out of the MIDDLETON WHEEL & SPROCKET. Open to rising 6th through 8th grade students. Experience Middleton, Madison, and surrounding communities by bike, and learn to be a safe, independent cyclist. Travel via shared paths and on roads to expand your knowledge of Dane County’s bicycle network!

Camp runs 9am-4 pm MON-FRI. Campers must know how to ride a bike and be comfortable riding and being outside all day (with rest stops). Participants should bring their own bike, helmet and pack a water bottle and lunch. More information on the website.

Northern Woods and Waters Tour, Aug 12 - Aug 18, All Day, aroundwisbike.com/, 7152164005, mjfilbrandt@gmail. com

The 2023 tour showcases miles of asphalt bicycle trails constructed in Vilas County for the past fifteen years. Over 75 miles of this 300 mile tour take place on paved trails winding through the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest, past campgrounds and lakeside beaches. Stay overnight in popular tourist towns with swimming opportunities. On days four & five In Eagle River we spend two days in deluxe lakefront condos at Wild Eagle Resort with free use of canoes, kayaks, and rowboats, plus a boat tour of Duck Lake. We energize daily with hearty restaurant buffet breakfasts and delicious restaurant dinners.

15th Annual Ride to the Barns, Aug 12, 7:30 am - 3:00 pm, Camp Quad, Hartford, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, tallpinesconservancy.org/ride-to-the-barns-2020, 369-0500, beth@tallpinesconservancy.org

Ride to the Barns is a popular fundraising cycling ride through Lake Country and rolling farmland in Waukesha, Washington and Dodge counties. There are three routes: a 60+ mile route starting at 7:30 a.m., a 45-mile route begins at 8:00 a.m. and a 30+ mile route starts at 9 a.m. All rides begin and end at Camp/Quad. Rest stops include community farms with live music serving locally grown food sourced and created by local Chef Earl Gesling of The Natural Way restaurant in Mayville. Post-ride party features buffet, music and local beer.

Limited to 450 riders.

GV Cheq 50 Road Race and Tour, Aug 12, 9:00 am2:00 pm, Grand View Ball Park, Grand View, WI, Road Race, Bicycling Education, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@ hotmail.com

The Firehouse 50 may be gone, but racing in the Grand View, WI area prevails. 50 miles of racing around the Lake Namekagon area, but not on Hwy 63, with a short course [distance TBD] this year. Limited entry to 100 racers/riders total, for both events. Events start and end at the Grand View Ball Park. Post-Race Bike Racing Clinic will be held with an emphasis for Newbies and Women–bring your questions and bikes for a short demo session!

Fat Tire Tour of Green Bay, Aug 19, All Day, Ned Kelly’s Pub, Green Bay, WI, Community Events, www.fattiretour.com/, 9204453720, events@fattiretour.com

This annual group bike ride consists of 4-5 bar/brewery stops over a 6-7 hour period, covering 15-20 miles. RIDE ANY STYLE BIKE (this is not a fat bike only event). This casualpaced ride started back in 1985 when "fat tire" bikes were the beginning of mountain bikes. Each year it has a new theme with fun games, contests, prizes and shenanigans for all! What’s even more exciting is the route changes every year, AND it’s a surprise until the day of the event. Why? Because that’s just the way it is, and surprises are way better than not surprises!

WORS - Mt Morris Challenge, Aug 19 - Aug 20, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ludwick@trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Sadistic Century, Aug 19, 6:30 am - 3:30 pm, Dunn County Recreation Park, Menomonie, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, sadisticcentury.com/, 7153304646, porterbicycle@gmail.com

A fun and challenging 100 mile, 100 km and 60 km bicycling ride in Western Wisconsin. Short drive from Madison and Twin Cities Area. August 19, 2023. Fabulous rest stops with food and drink by great volunteers. After ride meal and drink included.

Menomin Meander, Aug 19, 9:00 am - 11:00 am, Dunn County Recreation Park, Menomonie, WI, Family Fun Ride, 7153098992, williamsda@uwstout.edu

The Menomin Meander is a family-friendly 8.5 mile bike ride around Menomonie's Lake Menomin on the Lake Menomin Loop Bike Trail. The ride is absolutely FREE! Most of the ride is on segregated bike paths. Sponsored by the Menomonie Optimist Club, the Meander has road guards at the necessary road crossings, sag support, and a food/water stop with direct park playground access halfway around the loop. The ride begins and ends at the Dunn County Recreation Park. In conjunction with Health Dunn Right, we will be offering a helmet give-away program for youth, while helmets last.

Bike MS: Great Lakes Bavarian Breakaway, Aug 26 - Aug 27, All Day, Heritage Park, Harvey Kern Pavilion, Frankenmuth, MI, Charity Ride, mssociety.donordrive.com/ index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=1552, 2627446089, katrina.rye@nmss.org

Join a community of riders dedicated to changing the world for people with MS along a figure eight route that winds through the quaint towns and scenic roads of Little Bavaria in Michigan. Enjoy Bavarian-style architecture along the course and throughout Main Street in Frankenmuth after the ride. Feel the extraordinary support and excitement throughout your journey as we come together to reach our goal. A world free of MS.

WORS - Treadfest, Aug 26 - Aug 27, All Day, MTB Race, www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/wors/, 8152223011, haley_ ludwick@trekbikes.com

Entering its 31st year, the Wisconsin Off Road Series is back again for another season of the country’s premier mountain bike racing experience. WORS offers riders of all backgrounds a competitive, fun, and family-friendly environment to test their skills on Wisconsin’s finest trails. Not an expert mountain bike racer? Great! WORS is an awesome place to make the life-changing leap into racing. Beginners will find a welcoming climate with several race options, including a one-lap “Try-itout” option to see if you like it. Plus, WORS offers low entry fees for NICA and youth racers, too! Register for the full series or an individual race, and get ready to hit the trail, test your racing mettle, kick back at pre-race campouts, and enjoy everything the WORS community has to offer.

Chris' Slow Roll, Aug 27, All Day, Charity Ride, chriskegelfoundation.org/chris-slow-roll, 2627511660, ethan. grapatin@wheelandsprocket.com

From its inception, the Slow Roll was designed to be easily accessible, free, and a family friendly ride for all kinds of riders. All people are welcome. When word got out that Chris Kegel was terminally sick, his inner circle got together immediately. How could we quickly rally the forces to honor this amazing human and show him how much of a positive impact his life’s work had made on the community? The only thing that made sense, was to bring everyone together for Chris’ favorite thing- a bike ride.

Keweenaw Mountain Lodge Copper Harbor Trails

Fest, Sep 1 - Sep 3, All Day, Copper Harbor Trails, Copper Harbor, MI, MTB Race, copperharbortrails.org/event/copperharbor-trails-fest, nathan@copperharbortrails.org

Hosted by the Copper Harbor Trails Club, the 30th Annual Keweenaw Mountain Lodge Copper Harbor Trails Fest takes place September 1 - 3, 2023. The annual Labor Day Weekend event features races, music, beer, and good times on Saturday and Sunday! This all-ages event has something for everyone, whether you're a cross-country lover, blazing-fast downhiller, enduro expert, sure-footed trail runner, or aspiring young ripper. Enjoy the best of what Copper Harbor, MI has to offer with us all weekend! The Enduro and Downhill races are part of the Lake Superior Gravity Series.

Park Falls Road Race and Time Trial, Sep 2 - Sep 3, All Day, Park Falls Chamber of Commerce, Park Falls, WI, Road Race, Community Events, wisport.net, 17636395126, adurene@hotmail.com

End your road racing season with a favorite in Park Falls, WI. The road race--which some folks do tour!--is on Saturday, Sept. 2, with a great post-event lunch. Then Sunday, Sept. 3, head to the other side of the city for a 13-ish mile time trial on some lovely new tarmac along the river road, with a finish everyone loves: Downhill!

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Wright Stuff Century, Sep 3, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm, Capital Brewery, Middleton, WI, Community Events, www. bombaybicycle.org/, 9784960713, graham@bombaybicycle. com

Enjoy beautiful views of the driftless region including Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin and Unity Chapel. All three routes head west from Middleton and go through Cross Plains. The long and medium routes continue west, passing the Vermont Church, to a staffed rest stop near Arena at 32 miles. The medium route turns southeast to return via Mt Horeb, while the long route continues west to the Wisconsin River. The long route skirts Governor Dodge State Park & Ridgeway, then passes through Barneveld and Blue Mounds. Routes rejoin at Mount Horeb for the final return to Middleton.

Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo, Sep 3, 7:00 am - 4:00 pm, The Rib Mountain Municipal Center, Wausau, WI, Road Race, Community Events, Family Fun Ride, ttreu0547@gmail.com

Come challenge yourself and have some fun this Labor Day weekend with your biking friends at the Wausau Wheelers Century ride event: The Big Bull Falls Grand Fondo! We'll have 3 routes available; 35.5 miles, 71.4 miles, and 100.5 miles. This event is available to registered Wausau Wheelers members and non-members. The fee for non-members includes membership. There will be food and liquids at each of the 4 rest stops, and lunch will be served at the finish area starting at Noon. Rider check-in will open at 7am the day of the event.

SepTimber Ride, Sep 9, 8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Tribute Brewing Company, Eagle River, WI, Community Events, eagleriver.org/events/septimber-ride/, 7154796400, kim@ eagleriver.org

The SepTimber Ride offers three unique and fun routes with a pair of the area’s favorite destinations for beer and wine enthusiasts – Tribute Brewing Company and Three Lakes Winery. Save $10 by registering online by August 1. Proceeds go toward the development and enhancement of eastern Vilas County bike trails – such as the River Trail connecting Eagle River to the Heart of Vilas Trail. All participants must be age 21 years or older, and all rides are self-guided. Registration includes the bike ride, wine & beer sampling, a long sleeve wick-away event shirt, and a post-ride brat picnic celebration.

The 44th Door County Century, Sep 10, All Day, John Miles Park, Door County Fairgrounds, Sturgeon Bay, WI, Community Events, doorcountycentury.com/, 9206063216, support@doorcountycentury.com

Door County is a cycling paradise! Scenic back roads blanket a unique peninsula with over 300 miles of scenic shoreline, limestone bluffs, and an endless array of quaint gift shops, restaurants and lodging options. Known for its cherry and apple orchards, scenic vistas, and unique evening sunsets, our 4 course routes traverse what is commonly referred to by visitors as “the Cape Cod of the Midwest.” It’s no wonder that the Door County Century ride is a yearly pilgrimage for our capacity crowd of 3,000 riders from all over the United States and abroad. This is the 44th DCC!

North Shore Century - Illinois, Sep 10, 6:00 am - 11:00 am, Dawes Park, Evanston, IL, Community Events, www. northshorecentury.org, 312-925-8140, martin_horn@ ameritech.net

The Evanston Bicycle Club’s North Shore Century offers incredibly scenic biking on routes of 25, 50, 62, and 100 miles. You'll experience beautiful neighborhoods, view unique architectural treasures, pedal down tranquil tree-lined streets and feel the refreshing breezes of Lake Michigan. There are frequent, well-stocked rest stops. Sags and bike mechanics are provided.

Ride to Valhalla, Sep 15 - Sep 18, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, Community Events, www.eventbrite.com/o/out-our-frontdoor-9626568557, breanna@oofd.org

A 4-day, 3-night Bike Camping Adventure circumnavigating Door County Wisconsin from Sturgeon Bay, WI to Washington Island, WI and back! Day 1 - Sturgeon Bay to Peninsula State Park - 30mi Day 2 - Peninsula State Park to Washington Island Campground - 45mi Day 3 - Second overnight on Washington Island - 25mi Day 4 - Washington Island to Sturgeon Bay - 75m

Full Gandy Relay, Sep 16, All Day, Polk County Information Center, St. Croix Falls, WI, Community Events, www. gandydancertrail.org, 715-566-3857, friendsofgandy@gmail. com

RUN BIKE HIKE the entire length of the Gandy Dancer State Trail in a relay-style race. Teams of 4, 3, 2 or 1 will cover 49.2 miles in sections designated for running, biking and hiking. There are a total of 7 segments, which include 3 running, 3 biking and 1 hike. This one-of-a-kind relay is organized by Friends of Gandy Dancer. A suggested $25/person registration includes a t-shirt and post event refreshments in Danbury. Starting point is the Polk County Information Center in St. Croix Falls, WI. Come experience NW Wisconsin in the most unique way possible!

Oconomowoc Rotary Bike Tour, Sep 16, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm, Roosevelt Park, Oconomowoc, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, oconomowocrotary.org, 12624437766, lkolson@charter.net

Join the Oconomowoc Rotary Club on September 16th in supporting the construction of the Interurban Trail, which will connect Oconomowoc with Watertown, by participating in the Oconomowoc Rotary Bicycle Tour. There are two ride options: approximately 20- and 40-miles on combination of paved bike trail and quiet and scenic country roads of Waukesha and Jefferson counties. Aid stations, as well as food, beverages, and post-ride entertainment, are included in registration. Join us to support the Interurban Bike Trail project!

Bike the Barns, Sep 17, All Day, Badger Prairie County Park, Verona, WI, Charity Ride, www.csacoalition.org/bike-thebarns, 6082260300, tess@csacoalition.org

Departing from Badger Prairie County Park in Verona, WI, riders can choose from a short route (~30-40miles) or a long route (~60 miles) through the beautiful Dane County countryside. With 2-4 farm stops along the way, the event features farm tours, gourmet local food, craft libations, on-farm activities, live music & MORE! Bike the Barns is FairShare CSA Coalition’s largest fundraiser with proceeds benefiting our organization and the Partner Shares Program, which help low-income families afford farm-fresh veggies. When you sign up for Bike the Barns, you help families buy organic food grown right in their community by a CSA farmer.

Autumn Trek, Sep 17, All Day, Rush River Brewery, River Falls, WI, Road Race, www.rivervalleytrails.org/, 720-8384463, rsieps@gmail.com

The 24th Annual Autumn Trek starts and ends at Rush River Brewery. Come ride through some of the most scenic countryside in Western Wisconsin. Choose from four ride loops, the 25 mile, 45 mile, 65 mile and 101 Century Challenge.

¡Pick Me Up at the Border! 2023, Sep 22 - Sep 23, 6:30 pm - 5:00 am, Race Day Events, Fitchburg, Gravel Rides & Races, Charity Ride, runsignup.com/Race/WI/ Fitchburg/PickMeUpattheBorder/, 608-278-7700, treasurer@ bikefitchburg.org

This is a long-distance, nighttime, gravel ride with three ride

options: 25-mile (Belleville), 50-mile (Monticello), and 80-mile (Illinois state line) out and back - all gravel/dirt trail bike ride beginning at nightfall, except for short detours around the closed Stewart Tunnel and the fire-damaged Round Grove Road bridge. This ride is mostly unsupported, but there will be water and snacks along the route at Belleville, Monticello, Monroe (bubbler/24 hr. bathrooms) and the Illinois border. Because this ride is on the Badger State Trail, riders are responsible for their own state trail passes. See website for more details.

Pick Me Up At The Border, Sep 22, 6:30 pm - 11:45 pm, Race Day Events, Fitchburg, WI, Community Events, Charity Ride, bikefitchburg.org/events.html, 6082888284, kminskikirchner@fitchburgchamber.com

This is the annual fund-raiser for Bike Fitchburg, Inc. Make a $15 or larger donation to Bike Fitchburg when you sign up online. Advanced registration is appreciated but you can register on site just before the ride if you go online with your smart phone and credit card number. Must be 18 yrs. or older. Minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. DISTANCE OPTIONS: 78.2 miles: Ride to the Illinois border AND Back; 63 miles: Ride to Monroe AND Back; 41 miles: Ride to Monticello AND Back; 22.4 miles: Ride to Belleville AND Back.

Fall Color Festival, Oct 1, 12:00 am, MTB Race, www. fallcolorfestival.org/, 2627511660, ethan.grapatin@ wheelandsprocket.com

When trails were closed to mountain bikers across Wisconsin, a unified group of riders worked to re-open them one by one, and a relationship was begun with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). In 1993, the DNR formed a cooperative agreement to raise $75,000 for trail development with RIDE, Wheel & Sprocket, Trek Bicycle and the LaGrange General Store. All were determined to raise the promised money through an annual timed mountain bike event to be held on the very land we were working towards, and thus the Fall Color Festival was born.

Tour De Chequamegon, Oct 6 - Oct 8, All Day, Telemark Lodge, Cable, Wisconsin, Gravel Rides & Races, www. tourdechequamegon.com/, 2627511660, ethan.grapatin@ wheelandsprocket.com

Ride the scenic gravel roads of Wisconsin’s Northwoods this fall with Wheel & Sprocket on the 7th annual Tour de Chequamegon! Roll through the dense forest, uplands and along remote lakes in the Chequamegon National Forest. Join the bikepacking ride that literally put Wisconsin gravel on the map!

CAMBA Global Fat Bike Day Celebration, Dec 2, All Day, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, cambatrails.org/events-clinics/, 715-492-0979, bjackson@cambatrails.org

oin us to kick off the winter fat bike season! We’ll have guided rides for all levels. Following the ride, enjoy a light lunch with gourmet soup and refreshments.

Santa Cycle Rampage - MADISON, Dec 9, 10:15 am1:00 pm, Bike Fed Rides and Events, Charity Ride, Family Fun Ride, wisconsinbikefed.org/santa-cycle-rampage/, 4142533331, jake.newborn@wisconsinbikefed.org

A slow roll family friendly costumed ride through downtown Madison spreading cheer by bike! DETAILS COMING IN OCTOBER 2023

WISCONSIN BIKE SHOPS

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Chippewa Falls Spring Street Sports 12 W Spring St springstreetsports.com 715-723-6616

Cudahy South Shore Cyclery 4758 S Packard Ave southshorecyclery.com 414-831-0211

De Pere Broken Spoke Bike Studio 2200 Dickinson Rd # 21 brokenspokebikes.com 920-425-3379

The Bike Hub 1025 N Broadway thebikehubonline.com 920-339-0229

Delafield Playtri 2736 Hillside Dr playtridelafield.com 262-646-7308

Wheel & Sprocket 528 Wells St wheelandsprocket.com/about/delafield-wi-pg329.htm 262-646-6300

Dousman Bicycle Doctor Nordic Ski Shop 105 N Main St #8835 bikedr.com 262-965-4144

Eagle River

BJ’s Sportshop and Your Boat Club 437 W Division St yourboatclub.com/locations/boat-rentals-eagle-river-wi 612-208-1800

Eau Claire

ERIK’S Bike Board Ski 4130 Commonwealth Ave eriksbikeshop.com 715-835-6746

Riverside Bike & Skate 937 Water St riversidebikenskate.com 715-835-0088

Fish Creek Nor Dor Sports & Cyclery 4007 Hwy 42 nordoorsports.com 920-868-2275

Fitchburg

Curbside Bicycles - Mobile Bike Repair 203 Williamsburg Way Ct curbsidebicycles.com 920-574-5585

Wheel & Sprocket 2970 Cahill Main Ste 101 wheelandsprocket.com/about/fitchburg-wi-pg666.htm 608-630-8880

Fond du Lac

Fort Atkinson 2 Rivers Bicycle & Outdoor 33 W Sherman Ave 2riversbicycle.com 920-563-2222

Fountain City Brone’s Bike Shop 615 South Main St bronesbikeshop.com 608-687-8601

Bike Fed Member

715-276-3071

Madison Black Saddle Bike Shop 601 N Sherman Ave Ste F blacksaddlebikeshop.com 608-283-9568

Budget Bicycle Center 1230 Regent St budgetbicyclectr.com 608-251-8413

Budget Bicycle Center 930 Regent St budgetbicyclectr.com 608-251-8413 Budget Bicycle Center 1124 Regent St budgetbicyclectr.com 608-251-8413

Crazy Lennys E-Bikes 6017 Odana Rd crazylennysebikes.com

Seybold Road eriksbikeshop.com 608-278-9000

Machinery Row Bicycles 601 Williamson St machineryrowbicycles.com 608-442-5974

Madison CycleWorks (repair only) 2418 Pennsylvania Ave madisoncycleworks.com 608-515-5533

Madison Freewheel Bicycle Co 202 S Pinckney St freewheelbikes.org 608-698-9205

Motorless Motion Bicycles 640 W Washington Ave motorlessmotionbicycles.com 608-443-0640

Neff Cycle Service 1490 Martin St neffcycleservice.com 608-514-5393

Old Town Cycles 920 East Johnson St oldtowncycles.com 608-259-8696

REI 7483 West Towne Way rei.com/stores/madison.html 608-833-6680

Revolution Cycles 2330 Atwood Ave r evolutioncycles.net 608-244-0009

The Cargo Bike Shop 1404 Williamson St facebook.com/thecargobikeshop 608-373-4798

Trek Bicycle Store - East 1706 Eagan Rd trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/madison_east 608-442-8735

Trek Bicycle Store - West 8108 Mineral Point Rd trekbikes.com/us/en_US/retail/madison_west 608-833-8735

UW-Madison Bicycle Resource Center 600 N Park St transportation.wisc.edu/bicycling/university-bicycle-resource-center 608-263-2969

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143 E North St foxriversports.net 262-544-5557

M&M Bike Repair

230 E Broadway facebook.com/MMBikeRepair/?rf=390642831130186 262-542-5912

Mokros Cycle

N6W23757 Bluemound Rd facebook.com/Mokros-Cycle-226905964173931 262-521-1300

Waupun

Ron’s Lawn and Sport 650 W Main St 920-324-3181

WISCONSIN BIKE CLUBS

Bike Fed Member

Altoona

Valley Girls - facebook.com/valleygirlscycling

Bristol

Midwest Youth Cycling - bendercoach.com/midwestcycling dave@bendercoach.com

Buffalo Grove, IL

Wheeling Wheelmen - wheelmen.com wheeling@wheelmen.com

Cable

CAMBA - Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association cambatrails.org info@cambatrails.org

Cedarburg

Serpentijn Art & Athletics Cycling Team serpentijn.bike/pages/ team-serpentijn berryjrobert@yahoo.com Wisconsin Women Cycling wisconsinwomencycling.com

Chicago, IL

Chicago Area Tandem Society facebook.com/chicagoarea.tandemsociety

Out Our Front Door - www.oofd.org breanna@oofd.org

Door County

Door County Silent Sports Alliance doorcountysilentsports.com

Eagle River

Great Headwaters Trails - ghtrails.org ghtrails@gmail.com

Eau Claire

OutdoorMore, Inc. - pinehurstpark.org thepinehurstproject@gmail.com

Fox Point

Ride MKE - ridemke.org iloveridemke@gmail.com

Green Bay

Bay Shore Bicycle Club - bayshorebikeclub.org

Green Bay Bicycle Collective - gbbicycle.org

Kenosha

Kenosha Velosport Cycling - kvcycling.com Kvcycling@gmail.com

Lake Geneva

TreadHead Cycling - treadheadcycling.com

Libertyville, IL

Bicycle Club of Lake County - bikebclc.com

Lombard, IL

Elmhurst Bicycle Club - elmhurstbicycling.org membership@elmhurstbicycling.org

Madison

Bombay Bicycle Club - bombaybicycle.org

Brazen Dropouts brazendropouts.org

Capital Brewery Bike Club capitalbikeclub.org

Hollander Benelux Racing hollandercycling.com richterandrew1@gmail.com

Mad City Velo Club - madcityvelo.org wehrleysteve@gmail.com

Madison Women’s Cycling Club facebook.com/groups/422391611714723

Middleton

Couples on Wheels facebook.com/capitalbrewerybikeclub

Milwaukee Bay View Bicycle Club - bayviewbikeclub.org info@bayviewbikeclub.org

Black Girls Do Bike www.facebook.com/groups/BlackGirlsDoBikeMilwaukee Cadence - cadencemke.com mkecadence@gmail.com

Cream City Cycle Club - creamcitycycleclub.com president@creamcitycycleclub.com

Hollander Benelux Racing - hollandercycling.com richterandrew1@gmail.com

Metro Mountain Bikers - MetroMountainBikers.com metromountainbikers@gmail.com

Milwaukee Recreation Community Bike Club milwaukeerecreation.net/en/Programs/Wellness-Events.htm Erica@mkerec.net

Milwaukee Tuesday Night Rides - facebook.com/mketnr mketnr@gmail.com

Poovey Farms Racing MKE pooveyfarmsracing.synology.me wreckedskates@gmail.com

Neenah

Fox Valley Different Spokes www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070001956029

New Richmond

Big Ring Flyers - bigringflyers.com bigringflyers@gmail.com

Oconomowoc

Barn Racing Team - barnracingteam.com barnracingteam2022@gmail.com

Oshkosh

Oshkosh Cycling Club - facebook.com/people/Oshkosh-Cycling-Club/100064778255921

Port Washington

Be3 - be3wi.com info@be3wi.com

Rice Lake

North Roads Bicycle Club 715-234-4127

Stevens Point Heartland Bike Club heartlandclub.org

Stoughton Stoton Cycle Club stotoncycle@gmail.com

Washburn North Coast Cycling Assn - facebook.com/bikenorthcoast bike.north.coast@gmail.com

Waukesha

CZ Velo/Cafe de Arts Cycling Team

Spring City Spinners - springcityspinners.org president@springcityspinners.org

TriBabesWI facebook.com/groups/2372288086372296 corinne.merten@gmail.com

Wausau

Wausau Wheelers - facebook.com/groups/wausauwheelers board@ wausauwheelers.org

Wauwatosa

Team Wisconsin Cycling - teamwisconsincycling.com bpchristopherson@gmail.com

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